Cowgate, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 3AE

Cowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne is a locality situated in the north‑west of the city, approximately 2.8 miles from the city centre. Historically it fell within the Kenton ward until 2018, after which it became part of the Blakelaw ward. The name Cowgate is thought to derive from a gate used by local farmers to move livestock from the Nuns Moor area to the Newcastle cattle market. As part of the NE 5 postal district, Cowgate lies within the broader Newcastle upon Tyne area in England. The locality’s description is concise, identifying it as a residential area with a rural origin and a clear connection to the city’s market history.