Glenfield Road is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in North Tyneside district. NE12 8EA is located in the Longbenton & Benton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glenfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE12 8EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE12 8DS, NE12 8EQ, NE12 8BF, NE12 8DP, NE12 8EP, NE12 8DT, NE12 8DL, NE12 8DR, NE12 8DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE12 8EA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 52.7% | 49.7% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 50.3% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.5% | 36.6% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.5% | 41.8% | 4.3% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 12.1% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 5.6% | -5.1% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.3% | 42.7% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 33.2% | 5.4% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 16.9% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 5.4% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.8% | 1.7% | -3.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.8% | 21.7% | -13.1% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 14.3% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 13.5% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17.8% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 23.9% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -9.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.6% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93% | 96.3% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 94.5% | 93.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 93.6% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glenfield Road was 141.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.9% higher than the Camperdown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glenfield Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 108 local areas in Camperdown and the 163rd highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 Glenfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-03-21 | £192,377 |
| 89 Glenfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2024-08-23 | £171,476 |
| 85 Glenfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,500 | 2024-02-21 | £115,412 |
| 91 Glenfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2021-12-09 | £192,339 |
| 90 Glenfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2018-08-06 | £186,842 |
NE12 8EA 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benton Dene Primary School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8FD | 4out of 4 | 388 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephens Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Goathland Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8FA | 3out of 4 | 518 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School (Aided) Goathland Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8FA | 3out of 4 | 522 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balliol Primary School Chesters Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8QP | 3out of 4 | 732 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Hall Primary School Delaval Road , Forest Hall NE12 9BA | 2out of 4 | 1,397 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 2out of 4 | 388 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 1,571 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Stephenson High School Southgate , Killingworth NE12 6SA | 2out of 4 | 2,141 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesmond Park Academy Jesmond Park West , NE7 7DP | 1out of 4 | 2,843 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 3,154 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 2,618 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 2,808 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 4out of 4 | 3,343 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benton Dene School Hailsham Avenue , NE12 8FD | 3out of 4 | 536 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley Hedleys College Station Road , Forest Hall NE12 8YY | - not rated | 751 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopespring Newcastle Chesters Avenue (on corner of Aydon Gardens) , Longbenton NE12 8UZ | - not rated | 1,261 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley School West Lane , Killingworth NE12 7BH | 4out of 4 | 1,774 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 3,293 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NT Project (North East) | 1B Hailsham Avenue, Longbenton | 245 yd | |
| The New Coffee Giant (Sitel) | Ground Floor Quorum Building 4, Quorum Business Park | 467 yd | |
| Circo - Italian Kitchen | Unit 2 Dukes Walk, Quorum Business Park | 526 yd | |
| Eurest Catering At Proctor And Gamble | Newcastle Technical Centre Procter And Gamble, Whitley Road | 676 yd | |
| Amici | 95 Station Road, Forest Hall | 687 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ship Inn | The Ship Inn, Front Street | 811 yd | |
| The Black Bull | Black Bull Inn, Front Street | 836 yd | |
| The Benton Ale House | Benton Alehouse, Front Street | 856 yd | |
| The Flying Scotsman | Briar Edge, Forest Hall | 950 yd | |
| Murphy's Pub Co T/a The Charnwood | The Charnwood, 1 Charnwood Avenue | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umai Mi Bento Box | Unit 1 Dukes Walk, Quorum Business Park | 513 yd | |
| Forest Hall Tandoori | 6 West View, Forest Hall | 919 yd | |
| Anglo Pizza | 18 Station Road North, Forest Hall | 942 yd | |
| Friez & Burgz | 7 Station Road North, Forest Hall | 945 yd | |
| Jamieson's Deli | 15 Station Road North, Forest Hall | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd | 2 Station Road North, Forest Hall | 942 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 43 - 45 Station Road North, Forest Hall | 1,031 yd | |
| Swift Stores Ltd | 373 Benton Road | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longbenton Community College HAILSHAM AVENUE | grass pitches | 236 yd |
| Benton Dene Primary School HAILSHAM AVENUE | grass pitches | 465 yd |
| St Stephens Rc Primary School GOATHLAND AVENUE | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| Goathland Primary School (Closed) Goathland Avenue | grass pitches | 582 yd |
| Pure Gym (Newcastle Longbenton) QUORUM BUSINESS PARK QUORUM BUSINESS PARK BENTON LANE | health and fitness suite | 672 yd |
| Quorum Sports Club Q8 Q8 BENTON LANE | artificial grass pitch | 702 yd |
| Balliol Primary School Chesters Avenue | grass pitches | 862 yd |
| St. Bartholomews Church Of England Primary School Aided (Closed) Front Street | grass pitches | 900 yd |
| Newcastle University (Longbenton Sports Ground) COACH LANE SPORTS PAVILION COACH LANE SPORTS PAVILION COACH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 958 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 228.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.