How many mortgage brokers are in Gateshead?

14 FCA-regulated firms are listed for Gateshead.

Why use a mortgage broker in Gateshead instead of only my bank?

Whole-of-market brokers usually scan dozens of lenders, including specialists you cannot walk into on the high street. Local advisers in Gateshead often know which underwriters are comfortable with nearby property types and survey quirks. At £165,000 average, deposits are significantly lower than elsewhere in England. First-time buyers can often purchase with a 5% deposit of just £8,250. Local brokers know which lenders are most competitive at lower loan amounts.

What does mortgage advice typically cost in Gateshead?

Many brokers offer a free first conversation. After that, some are paid by lender commission only; others charge a £300–£500 (or similar) fee on application or completion — always confirm fees in writing before you proceed.

What should I check before choosing a broker in Gateshead?

Confirm FCA regulation on the register, match specialisations to your case (residential and buy-to-let), and read reviews. You want plain-English options, not a single “take it or leave it” product.

Can I get a mortgage in Gateshead with adverse credit?

Often yes. Gateshead has advisers who work with specialist lenders when high-street banks say no. Earlier advice usually means more routes stay open.

Mortgage Brokers in Gateshead, North East

Q: What do typical property prices look like in Gateshead?

The average price in our data is £151,480 (up 1.2% year-on-year). The North East saw the highest annual growth in England at 4.6% in 2025. With the lowest average prices in England at £165,000, the region offers exceptional affordability. Newcastle, Sunderland, and Durham are seeing increased investment.

About Gateshead

Plain-English context for buyers and people remortgaging — what the market looks like, how advice works here, and what to do next.

Compact table of top mortgage brokers in Gateshead
#	Broker	Verified	Rating
1	Peritus Private Finance	Unverified	5.0 (26)
2	Marlow Mortgages	Unverified	5.0 (29)
3	Homequest Mortgages	Unverified	5.0 (19)
4	Bell Mortgage Solutions	Unverified	5.0 (38)
5	Mortgages Now	Unverified	5.0 (133)
6	Instinct Financial Solutions	Unverified	5.0 (146)
7	Prime Mortgage	Unverified	5.0 (5)
8	KB Mortgage Solutions	Unverified	5.0 (83)
9	Julie McGee	Unverified	5.0 (42)
10	Wellspring Financial	Unverified	4.9 (66)

Local snapshot

Gateshead (North East) lists 14 FCA-regulated mortgage brokers on Mortgage118. Typical sold prices here average £151,480 — up 1.2% year-on-year.

The North East saw the highest annual growth in England at 4.6% in 2025. With the lowest average prices in England at £165,000, the region offers exceptional affordability. Newcastle, Sunderland, and Durham are seeing increased investment.

Quick answers

How many mortgage brokers are in Gateshead?: 14 FCA-regulated firms are listed for Gateshead.
What do typical property prices look like in Gateshead?: The average price in our data is £151,480 (up 1.2% year-on-year). The North East saw the highest annual growth in England at 4.6% in 2025. With the lowest average prices in England at £165,000, the region offers exceptional affordability. Newcastle, Sunderland, and Durham are seeing increased investment.
Why use a mortgage broker in Gateshead instead of only my bank?: Whole-of-market brokers usually scan dozens of lenders, including specialists you cannot walk into on the high street. Local advisers in Gateshead often know which underwriters are comfortable with nearby property types and survey quirks. At £165,000 average, deposits are significantly lower than elsewhere in England. First-time buyers can often purchase with a 5% deposit of just £8,250. Local brokers know which lenders are most competitive at lower loan amounts.
What does mortgage advice typically cost in Gateshead?: Many brokers offer a free first conversation. After that, some are paid by lender commission only; others charge a £300–£500 (or similar) fee on application or completion — always confirm fees in writing before you proceed.
What should I check before choosing a broker in Gateshead?: Confirm FCA regulation on the register, match specialisations to your case (residential and buy-to-let), and read reviews. You want plain-English options, not a single “take it or leave it” product.

Prices and rates

Typical prices £151,480.

Annual movement about 1.2% (rising).

Mix of home types (averages)

Detached: £282,391
Semi-detached: £176,116
Terraced: £146,869
Flats: £95,453
First-time buyer purchases: £137,180

Borrowing costs in context

The Bank of England Bank Rate is one input to mortgage pricing; see the Bank base rate page on this site for the figure we publish. The deal you are offered still depends on deposit, term, fixed vs variable, and affordability stress tests — not any single headline rate.

Choosing advice

You can compare 14 firms side by side. 5 show 10+ years trading history.

Collective review score is 5.0/5 across 11 brokers with ratings — use it alongside specialisms and fee transparency.

Street-level detail

Sold prices cluster around £151,480, so lenders may see lower loan sizes and different stress-test outcomes than in London-weighted headlines.

On the ground, a good adviser spots survey quirks, lease issues, and lender overlays that postcode-level stats miss.

Most offer a no-obligation first call so you can sense-check strategy before paying anything.

From application to completion

Shortlist two or three firms from the list above that match your situation (Gateshead is already filtered for you).
Read profiles for fees, specialisms, and how they prefer to work (phone, video, face-to-face).
Book a first call — use it to test clarity and responsiveness, not just the rate quote.
Agreement in Principle (AIP) — when you are ready, your broker can run this so offers carry more weight with agents and vendors.

Find the Best Mortgage Brokers or Advisers in Gateshead

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Top 10 mortgage brokers in Gateshead

Peritus Private Finance

Marlow Mortgages

Homequest Mortgages

Bell Mortgage Solutions

Mortgages Now

Instinct Financial Solutions

Prime Mortgage

KB Mortgage Solutions

Julie McGee

Wellspring Financial

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