Wrekenton, Gateshead, NE9 7JQ

Wrekenton is a residential area in Gateshead, located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) from Newcastle upon Tyne, 11 miles (18 km) from Sunderland, and 14 miles (23 km) from Durham. In 2011, Census data for the Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council ward of High Fell recorded a total population of 6,110. The locality falls within the NE 9 postal district and is part of the broader Gateshead area, which includes wards such as Wrekenton, Eighton Banks, Windy Nook and Whitehills, as well as the Staneway Whitehills Estate. The neighbourhood is characterised by residential housing and is served by the local governance of Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council. Residents in Wrekenton benefit from proximity to the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, providing access to urban amenities while maintaining a suburban setting. The area’s demographic profile reflects the broader characteristics of Gateshead, with a population size that supports community facilities and local services.