Moorfield Drive is in Killingworth Village, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in North Tyneside district. NE12 6BA is located in the Backworth & Holystone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 2016-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moorfield Drive, Killingworth Village, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE12 6BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE12 6BE, NE12 6BF, NE12 6BB, NE12 6BD, NE12 6DN, NE12 6BH, NE12 6YZ, NE12 6FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE12 6BA has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE12 6BA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.8% | 31.3% | 10.5% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.8% | 57.7% | -13.1% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 1.7% | 7.4% | 5.7% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 3.1% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.3% | 54.1% | 7.8% | 48.4% | 5.7% |
| Good health | 37% | 37.3% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 6.8% | -7.1% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.8% | 14.3% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 5.6% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 11.2% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.7% | 8.1% | -1.6% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15.5% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 44.7% | 19.4% | 33.8% | 10.9% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0.6% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.5% | 95.4% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
In this area, 96.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.6% | 96.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 47.9% | 46.2% | 1.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moorfield Drive was 37.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.5% lower than the Backworth & Holystone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moorfield Drive has the 48th lowest crime rate of 132 local areas in Backworth & Holystone and the 244th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 300.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Moorfield Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-09-30 | £254,106 |
| 6 Moorfield Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-11-27 | £328,343 |
| 15 Moorfield Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-10-26 | £303,337 |
| 10 Moorfield Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,995 | 2021-03-31 | £242,390 |
| 17 Moorfield Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £202,750 | 2021-01-22 | £250,638 |
NE12 6BA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy Road Primary School Ivy Road Primary School , Ivy Road NE12 9AP | 3out of 4 | 1,067 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Marys Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Great Lime Road , Forest Hall NE12 7AB | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Hall Primary School Delaval Road , Forest Hall NE12 9BA | 2out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Amberley Primary School East Bailey , Killingworth NE12 6SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmoor Primary School Southgate , Killingworth NE12 6SA | 4out of 4 | 1,568 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Stephenson High School Southgate , Killingworth NE12 6SA | 2out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 2out of 4 | 2,229 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 4,173 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | 3out of 4 | 4,350 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 2out of 4 | 4,865 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 4,346 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 4,951 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whytrig Community Middle School Elsdon Avenue , Seaton Delaval NE25 0BP | 2out of 4 | 5,028 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 5,298 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Hedley School West Lane , Killingworth NE12 7BH | 4out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton Dene School Hailsham Avenue , NE12 8FD | 3out of 4 | 2,075 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley Hedleys College Station Road , Forest Hall NE12 8YY | - not rated | 2,080 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 2,185 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 3,125 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clousden Hill | Clousden Hill, Killingworth Road | 811 yd | |
| Forest Hall Working Men's Club | Forest Hall Working Mens Social Club, Errington Terrace | 867 yd | |
| Killingworth Arms | Killingworth Village, Killingworth | 878 yd | |
| The Plough | Killingworth Village, Killingworth | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl Chinese Takeaway | 1A Osborne Place, Forest Hall | 705 yd | |
| Palmersville Chippy | 5 Osborne Place, Forest Hall | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Store, Great Lime Road | 740 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Palmersville Playing Fields PALMERSVILLE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 557 yd |
| St. Josephs Playing Fields ST. JOSEPHS CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 136.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.