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The HMRC headquarters, the Longbenton community, the Metro connection, and a North Tyneside suburban community on the Tyne Wear Metro
A little history
Longbenton is a suburban community in North Tyneside, best known as the location of the large HMRC tax office complex — one of the largest office employers in the North East. The Metro provides direct access to Newcastle and the coast.
The Metro for easy Newcastle and coast access. The Four Lane Ends Metro interchange. Forest Hall nearby for community amenities.
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HMRC is the major employer. Local businesses serve the residential community. The Metro drives commercial activity.
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Longbenton is a place in Tyne and Wear known for the HMRC headquarters, the Longbenton community, the Metro connection, and a North Tyneside suburban community on the Tyne Wear Metro. Longbenton is a suburban community in North Tyneside, best known as the location of the large HMRC tax office complex — one of the largest office employers in the North East. The population is around 15,000.
The community has local cafes and food. Newcastle is minutes away for wider food choice.
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Roam covers Longbenton and the surrounding area in Tyne and Wear, including Forest Hall, Killingworth, Benton, Wallsend, Byker, Walker, Heaton and Jesmond.
