Ouston Street is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE15 6AS is located in the Benwell & Scotswood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle upon Tyne Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ouston Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 6AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE15 6AN, NE15 6AR, NE15 6AT, NE15 6AU, NE15 6AY, NE15 6AP, NE15 6AD, NE15 6HJ, NE15 6BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE15 6AS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% 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 | 48.7% | 55.1% | 6.4% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 51.3% | 44.9% | -6.4% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE15 6AS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.1% | 43.9% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.2% | 33.3% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 13% | 14.1% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 4% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 38.7% | 39.7% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 34.1% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 17.1% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 11.5% | 7.1% | -4.4% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
In the area around NE15 6AS this area, 31.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.3% | 31.5% | -15.8% | 18.2% | 13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 9.6% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 10.2% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 8.1% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 14.2% | 7.9% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 21.8% | 11.2% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4.6% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 5.4% | 4.7% | -0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| White | 85.8% | 87.1% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 5.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
In this area, 83.6% 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 | 88.9% | 83.6% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 6.6% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.5% | 7.8% | 1.3% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| 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 | 88.9% | 84.3% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 8.3% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0.8% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.4% | 76.7% | -21.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 8.8% | 1.5% | 7.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 31.9% | 13.5% | 18.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Muslim | 7.4% | 6.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ouston Street was 224.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.9% higher than the Benwell & Scotswood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ouston Street has the 16th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Benwell & Scotswood and the 141st highest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Ouston Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2024-02-16 | £116,875 |
| 14 Ouston Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-01-15 | £133,043 |
| 5 Ouston Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-05-27 | £147,531 |
| 23 Ouston Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2018-03-21 | £114,318 |
| 15 Ouston Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2016-09-23 | £59,218 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 3,721 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 4out of 4 | 3,836 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 3,882 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle Howlett Hall Road , Denton Burn NE15 7HS | - not rated | 984 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic Primary School, Bells Close Bell's Close , NE15 6XX | - not rated | 1,038 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwood Primary School Broadwood Road , Denton Burn NE15 7TB | 2out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Primary School Maple Close , Lemington NE15 7QZ | 2out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Primary School Bridgewater , Delaval Road NE15 6NL | 4out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 4out of 4 | 1,472 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 4out of 4 | 2,454 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | 4out of 4 | 2,657 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Studio West West Denton Way , West Denton NE5 2SZ | 3out of 4 | 2,820 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmeadow Community Comprehensive School Market Lane , Dunston NE11 9NX | 3out of 4 | 3,692 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Solutions Academy Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 2,251 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,539 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior Academy Denton Road , NE15 6AF | 2out of 4 | 415 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Post 16 Solutions Ltd. Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 2,251 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Newcastle Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | 3out of 4 | 2,299 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 3out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 1out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curtain Superstore Blaydon Limited | Units 9-11 Tundry Way | 563 yd | |
| Café Addison | Management Office Unit 2, Addison Court Haig Crescent | 690 yd | |
| La Famiglia | 257 Whickham View | 1,023 yd | |
| The Bindi | 261 Whickham View | 1,035 yd | |
| Team Sport | 981 Scotswood Road | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotswood Social Club | Scotswood Social Club Denton Road | 790 yd | |
| Fairholme Social Club | Old Benwell Village Social Club Ltd Fergusons Lane | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Tower | 74 Broadmead Way | 612 yd | |
| Fry's Fish And Chips | 84 Broadmead Way | 627 yd | |
| Wholly Macaroni | Management Office Unit 2, Addison Court Haig Crescent | 690 yd | |
| Derwenthaugh Scoff | Unit 8 Derwenthaugh Marina | 915 yd | |
| Be Creem Desserts | 72 Thorntree Drive | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Westburn Lodge Whickham View | 966 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Scotswood Sports Centre DENTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 411 yd |
| Excelsior Academy DENTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 569 yd |
| Inline Fitness Centre DUTTON COURT DUTTON COURT CHAINBRIDGE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 790 yd |
| Newcastle Football Centre MILBURN DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.