Bevan Drive is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in North Tyneside district. NE12 8WD is located in the Longbenton & Benton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 2002-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bevan Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE12 8WD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE12 8UT, NE12 8WE, NE12 8UZ, NE12 8UG, NE12 8WF, NE12 8RY, NE12 8UX, NE12 8UJ, NE12 8UY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE12 8WD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 54.6% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 49.5% | 45.4% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 | 37.3% | 41.6% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 34.9% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 9.4% | -4.2% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 13.3% | 9.0% | 6.1% | 7.2% |
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 | 54.5% | 44.7% | -9.8% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 28.1% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 21.9% | 13.0% | 12.7% | 9.2% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4.6% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 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 | 17.3% | 19.2% | 1.9% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 6.9% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.6% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 16.2% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.6% | 39% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 4.6% | 3.0% | 3.1% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 94.8% | 90.4% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 90% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94% | 90% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 90% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 5.5% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bevan Drive was 75.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.0% higher than the Camperdown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bevan Drive has the 33rd highest crime rate of 109 local areas in Camperdown and the 270th highest crime rate of 706 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bevan Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £201,000 | 2023-08-18 | £209,490 |
| 9 Bevan Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2023-06-30 | £196,043 |
| 7 Bevan Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-04-21 | £186,796 |
| 14 Bevan Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2022-04-14 | £190,941 |
| 18 Bevan Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-03-04 | £154,014 |
NE12 8WD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 169 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 31 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walkergate Early Years Centre Millers Dene , Walkergate NE6 4XW | - not rated | 4,500 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Battle Hill Nursery School Berwick Drive , Battlehill Estate NE28 9DH | - not rated | 5,421 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balliol Primary School Chesters Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8QP | - not rated | 957 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Runcie CofE First School Christon Road , Gosforth NE3 1US | - not rated | 1,006 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balliol Primary School Chesters Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8QP | 1out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephens Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Goathland Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8FA | - not rated | 1,467 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle Goathland Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8FA | 3out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 675 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Comprehensive School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | - not rated | 675 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 3out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth High School Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | - not rated | 1,925 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 3out of 4 | 1,925 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 | 1,468 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 1,522 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmoor Middle School Benton Lane , West Moor NE12 7PT | - not rated | 2,033 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 3out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High School Jubilee Road , Gosforth NE3 1DY | - not rated | 2,231 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopespring Newcastle Chesters Avenue (on corner of Aydon Gardens) , Longbenton NE12 8UZ | - not rated | 55 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Special School Freeman Road , South Gosforth NE3 1SZ | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Dene Special School Freeman Road , South Gosforth NE3 1SZ | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School Freeman Road , South Gosforth NE3 1SZ | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Dene School Freeman Road , South Gosforth NE3 1SZ | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 1B, The Boulevard Shopping Centre | 360 yd | |
| Nuffield Health And Wellbeing (Restaurant) | Nuffield Health Centre, Gosforth Park Way | 554 yd | |
| Rainbows Community Cafe | Cafe Within, The Oxford Centre | 677 yd | |
| Pak Lok | 84 Station Road, South Gosforth | 829 yd | |
| Truffles Café And Sandwich Bar | 47 Station Road, South Gosforth | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innisfree Social Club Ltd | Innisfree Social Club, Chesters Avenue | 448 yd | |
| Murphy's Pub Co T/a The Charnwood | The Charnwood, 1 Charnwood Avenue | 526 yd | |
| The Victory Pub | The Victory Pub Killingworth Road | 709 yd | |
| South Gosforth Social Club | South Gosforth Social Club Percy Terrace, Gosforth | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balti Hut Longbenton Limited | Unit 12, The Boulevard Shopping Centre | 360 yd | |
| The Boulevard Chinese Takeaway | Unit 14, The Boulevard Shopping Centre | 360 yd | |
| Gormans Longbenton | Unit 1A, The Boulevard Shopping Centre | 360 yd | |
| South Gosforth Chinese Takeaway | 46 Station Road, South Gosforth | 865 yd | |
| Avopoke | 40 Station Road, South Gosforth | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | 1 Benton Park Road | 668 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Local Haddricks Mill Road, Gosforth | 860 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health (Gosforth) SALTERS LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 565 yd |
| Oxford Centre LUTTERWORTH PLACE | grass pitches | 629 yd |
| St Marys Catholic Comprehensive School (Closed) Benton Park Road | grass pitches | 674 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic School BENTON PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 697 yd |
| Lily Ladies Leisure (Closed) Tenerife Buildings Tenerife Buildings Station Road | health and fitness suite | 917 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 | 74.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.