Coalburns, Ryton, NE40 4JN

Greenside is a village in the extreme west of the metropolitan county of Tyne and Wear, England. Once an independent village in County Durham, it became incorporated into Tyne and Wear in 1974 and then the Metropolitan Borough of Gateshead in 1986. The locality is part of the postal district NE 40. Greenside’s history reflects the broader administrative changes that have shaped the region, moving from a county village to a suburb within a metropolitan borough. The village retains a distinct identity rooted in its rural past, while also being connected to the wider urban framework of Gateshead. Residents can expect a quiet, community-focused environment that benefits from proximity to larger towns and the amenities of the metropolitan borough. The area’s character is shaped by its historical evolution and its place within the contemporary governance of Tyne and Wear.