Wayside is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE15 6DE 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 Wayside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 6DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE15 6BY, NE15 6DA, NE15 6BU, NE15 6DD, NE15 6DB, NE15 6NS, NE15 6NT, NE15 6BT, NE15 6NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE15 6DE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 48.3% | 52.6% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 51.7% | 47.4% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 6DE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.6% 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 | 31.7% | 43.6% | 11.9% | 37.9% | 5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 44% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 6.4% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 7% | 2.8% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 38.6% | 51.1% | 12.5% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 28.3% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 19% | 12.4% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 5.2% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.8% | 27.1% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 12.9% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.2% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13.8% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 22.7% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 6.7% | 4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 2.8% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 4.2% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 14.6% | 13.2% | 2.5% | 12.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.3% | 64.3% | -28.0% | 81.4% | -17.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 4.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 64.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 64.6% | -24.8% | 83.2% | -18.6% |
| European Union | 7% | 21.4% | 14.4% | 6.1% | 15.3% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 7.1% | 6.2% | 2.7% | 4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 6.8% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 65% | -24.2% | 83.2% | -18.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 23.5% | 22.4% | 9.8% | 13.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 9.2% | 5.8% | 2.9% | 6.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 2% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.6% | 76.7% | -15.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 5.5% | 1.3% | 4.2% |
| Other EU countries | 15.3% | 1.5% | 13.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 9.1% | 6.5% | 2.6% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wayside was 360.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 220.8% higher than the Benwell & Scotswood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wayside has the 2nd highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Benwell & Scotswood and the 54th highest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 182.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Wayside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2006-07-12 | £80,522 |
| 32 Wayside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2005-12-19 | £89,964 |
| 14 Wayside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £14,000 | 2003-01-22 | £34,737 |
| 26 Wayside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £23,000 | 2002-08-29 | £61,352 |
| 20 Wayside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £19,500 | 2002-04-08 | £57,078 |
NE15 6DE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NE15 6DE 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 | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 128 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 992 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 2,736 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 2,870 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove and Carr Hill Road , Bensham and Deckham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 4,755 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaval Infant and Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 128 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Primary School Bridgewater , Delaval Road NE15 6NL | - not rated | 243 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendower Primary School Fox and Hounds Lane , NE15 6PE | - not rated | 586 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell Armstrong Road , Benwell NE15 6JB | 3out of 4 | 758 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Armstrong Road , Benwell NE15 6JB | - not rated | 758 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | - not rated | 984 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Oakfield College Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 1,289 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Gate Community College West Road , NE4 9LU | - not rated | 1,403 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rutherford School West Road , NE4 9LU | - not rated | 1,403 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemington Middle School West Denton Road , NE15 7LS | - not rated | 2,928 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Park Middle School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2NW | - not rated | 3,095 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chevyside Middle School Yetholm Place , Westerhope NE5 4EB | - not rated | 4,013 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Park Middle School Granville Drive , Chapel Park NE5 1SH | - not rated | 4,057 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel House Middle School Chadderton Drive , West Denton NE5 1EL | - not rated | 4,263 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 | 1,291 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 3,378 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 3,460 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 3,532 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 | 1,008 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pendower Hall School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | - not rated | 927 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield College Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 1,289 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Post 16 Solutions Limited Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 1,291 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Newcastle Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | 2out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Café Addison | Management Office Unit 2, Addison Court Haig Crescent | 218 yd | |
| Team Sport | 981 Scotswood Road | 602 yd | |
| Pizza Box | 139 Benwell Lane | 775 yd | |
| GWARN JERK | 133 Benwell Lane | 783 yd | |
| Cafe Meo's | The Watermark | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairholme Social Club | Old Benwell Village Social Club Ltd Fergusons Lane | 507 yd | |
| The Skiff Inn | Derwenthaugh Road | 1,075 yd | |
| Fox And Hounds | Fox And Hounds West Road | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wholly Macaroni | Management Office Unit 2, Addison Court Haig Crescent | 218 yd | |
| Fry's Fish And Chips | 84 Broadmead Way | 726 yd | |
| Pizza Tower | 74 Broadmead Way | 751 yd | |
| Derwenthaugh Scoff | Unit 8 Derwenthaugh Marina | 970 yd | |
| The Sizzlin Peproni | 357 West Road | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Football Centre MILBURN DRIVE | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Norwich Place BILBROUGH GARDENS | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Atkinson Road Primary Academy ATKINSON ROAD | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| St Cuthberts High School GRETNA ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 981 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.