Longbenton is a residential suburb in the south‑east of Newcastle upon Tyne, within the NE 12 postal district. It is part of the larger city of Newcastle in Tyne and Wear, a ceremonial county in North East England.
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Longbenton lies in the south‑east of Newcastle upon Tyne, a city that is the largest settlement in the ceremonial county of Tyne and Wear. The area is described as a residential suburb and electoral ward, indicating a primarily residential character with local governance structures. Newcastle upon Tyne itself is situated in North East England, bordering Northumberland to the north and County Durham to the south. The broader county of Tyne and Wear provides a regional context, with its boundaries defined by these neighbouring counties. The locality’s name, Longbenton, is associated with the suburb of Walker, which is first attested historically, suggesting a long-established community within the city. Residents of Longbenton therefore benefit from being part of a well‑defined urban area while maintaining the suburban feel typical of the NE 12 postal district.