Population estimates and projections

The latest estimated resident population of Gateshead is 202,508 (rounded to 202,500). This is calculated by the Office for National Statistics for mid 2018.  It is projected to increase to around 211,000 in 2041.

The estimates are based on the number of births, deaths, and people moving in/out of the area (migration).

Estimates and projections

Mid 2018 Population Estimates for Local Authorities [982.81KB]

Mid 2017 Population Estimates for Wards [96.72KB]

Mid Year Population Estimate Graphs 2008-2018 [49.76KB]

2016 Based Population Projections [32.0KB]