Elsdon Drive is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in North Tyneside district. NE12 9RH is located in the Forest Hall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elsdon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE12 9RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE12 9RQ, NE12 9RP, NE12 9RD, NE12 9RF, NE12 9LE, NE12 9RN, NE12 9QY, NE12 9LN, NE12 9RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE12 9RH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50.9% | 49.8% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.2% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 26.7% | 28.1% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 50.3% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 6.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 7% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 11.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.5% | 41.2% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 34.9% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 20% | 16.4% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6.7% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 27.1% | 22.6% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 5% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 14.1% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 15.6% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 33.7% | 14.2% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 94.3% | 89.4% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 97.4% | 91.1% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 5.5% | 4.7% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 91.1% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Middle East | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 47.3% | 46.2% | 1.1% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 5.1% | 6.5% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elsdon Drive was 87.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.2% higher than the Backworth & Holystone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elsdon Drive has the 40th highest crime rate of 132 local areas in Backworth & Holystone and the 286th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Elsdon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-04-23 | £220,000 |
| 23 Elsdon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2023-05-23 | £238,067 |
| 8 Elsdon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-10-28 | £198,886 |
| 22 Elsdon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-02-28 | £254,890 |
| 6 Elsdon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £417,000 | 2021-11-12 | £456,331 |
NE12 9RH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE12 9RH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 337 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Hall Primary School Delaval Road , Forest Hall NE12 9BA | 2out of 4 | 860 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 | 959 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton Dene Primary School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8FD | 4out of 4 | 1,280 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School (Aided) Goathland Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8FA | 3out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,280 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Stephenson High School Southgate , Killingworth NE12 6SA | 2out of 4 | 1,767 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 3,069 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , NE6 4NU | 3out of 4 | 3,677 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | 3out of 4 | 3,866 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 4,244 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 4,451 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 4out of 4 | 4,985 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 5,228 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Hedley Hedleys College Station Road , Forest Hall NE12 8YY | - not rated | 923 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton Dene School Hailsham Avenue , NE12 8FD | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley School West Lane , Killingworth NE12 7BH | 4out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,187 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopespring Newcastle Chesters Avenue (on corner of Aydon Gardens) , Longbenton NE12 8UZ | - not rated | 2,892 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jump 360 Cafe | Unit A, Bellway Industrial Estate | 505 yd | |
| Meet And Eat | Room 39, Unit 33 | 560 yd | |
| Sands Of Tyne | 12 Forest Hall Road, Forest Hall | 589 yd | |
| Hedley & Springfield | Springfield Park Community Centre, Springfield Park | 729 yd | |
| Round The Twist And Little Twisters | Unit 28, Bellingham Drive | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hall Ex Servicemen Institute | 24 Crescent Way North, Forest Hall | 520 yd | |
| Forest Hall Constitutional And Unionist Club | Churchill House, 5 Park Drive | 539 yd | |
| Ritz Bingo And Social Club | Ritz Buildings, Forest Hall Road | 664 yd | |
| Forest Hall Working Men's Club | Forest Hall Working Mens Social Club, Errington Terrace | 713 yd | |
| The Clousden Hill | Clousden Hill, Killingworth Road | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brio Desserts | 24 Forest Hall Road, Forest Hall | 613 yd | |
| New Tung Wah Chop Suey House | 18 Forest Hall Road, Forest Hall | 628 yd | |
| Best Bite Pizza | 34 Forest Hall Road, Forest Hall | 628 yd | |
| Zara Tandoori | 30 Forest Hall Road, Forest Hall | 628 yd | |
| Palmersville Chippy | 5 Osborne Place, Forest Hall | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Store, Great Lime Road | 648 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 43 - 45 Station Road North, Forest Hall | 788 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd | 2 Station Road North, Forest Hall | 835 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ivy Road Primary School IVY ROAD | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Newcastle) WHITLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 644 yd |
| East Palmersville Playing Fields PALMERSVILLE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 830 yd |
| Forest Hall Primary School DELAVAL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| St. Marys Roman Catholic Primary School (Aided) GREAT LIME ROAD | grass pitches | 1,010 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 | 76.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.