Falstone Avenue is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE15 7SS is located in the Lemington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle upon Tyne North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Falstone Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE15 7SG, NE15 7ST, NE15 7SN, NE15 7SQ, NE15 7SZ, NE15 7SF, NE15 7SR, NE15 7RN, NE15 7RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE15 7SS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 50.8% | 49.6% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.4% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE15 7SS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.7% | 31.1% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 51.9% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 7.5% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 7.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 44.1% | 35% | -9.1% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 47.1% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 13.5% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 13.8% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 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 | 17.8% | 17.4% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 12.2% | -6.1% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 13.6% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.6% | 8.9% | -0.7% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 20.2% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 25.4% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.1% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 98.4% | 97.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 97.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 63.9% | 46.2% | 17.7% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Falstone Avenue was 37.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.2% lower than the Lemington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Falstone Avenue has the 9th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Lemington and the 208th lowest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Falstone Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2003-03-07 | £211,849 |
NE15 7SS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE15 7SS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 4out of 4 | 2,653 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 5,009 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 5,056 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadwood Primary School Broadwood Road , Denton Burn NE15 7TB | 2out of 4 | 770 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Primary School Maple Close , Lemington NE15 7QZ | 2out of 4 | 859 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Denton Primary School Hillhead Road , West Denton NE5 1DN | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney RC Primary School Hillhead Road , West Denton NE5 1DN | 4out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lemington Riverside Primary School Rokeby Street , Lemington NE15 8RR | 3out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio West West Denton Way , West Denton NE5 2SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 4out of 4 | 2,024 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | 4out of 4 | 3,051 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Walbottle Academy Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 3,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 4out of 4 | 3,217 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,195 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,538 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 3out of 4 | 1,328 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 1out of 4 | 1,328 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 2,716 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot House Trust Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 8HW | 2out of 4 | 2,771 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Post 16 Solutions Ltd. Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 3,195 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade’s deli and dessert | 69A Southway, West Denton | 388 yd | |
| May Flower | 14 The Burnside | 394 yd | |
| Dragon City | Dragon Pearl, 124 The Roman Way, West Denton | 700 yd | |
| The Denton Coffee House | 698 West Road | 880 yd | |
| West Denton Indoor Bowls Centre | Community Day Centre Hillhead Road | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vallum | The Vallum Moorcroft Road, Lemington | 714 yd | |
| Anne's Kitchen At The Vallum | The Vallum Moorcroft Road, Lemington | 714 yd | |
| Lemington Labour Club | Lemington Labour Club Union Hall Road, Lemington | 872 yd | |
| The Peregrine | The Peregrine Hillhead Road | 935 yd | |
| Scotswood Social Club | Scotswood Social Club Denton Road | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dinners Express West Denton Ltd | 32 The Burnside | 429 yd | |
| Dinners Express / Deli Express | 34 The Burnside | 438 yd | |
| Dessert Lab | 42 The Burnside | 447 yd | |
| fire pit | Lemington Labour Club Union Hall Road, Lemington | 872 yd | |
| Golden Chippy | 1 Slatyford Lane | 910 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens | 701 - 703 West Road | 867 yd | |
| Morrisons | Unit 22 Denton Park Shopping Centre, West Denton | 1,022 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 9 Chapel House Drive, West Denton | 1,080 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lemington Middle School (Closed) West Denton Road | grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Broadwood Primary School BROADWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Waverley Primary School MAPLE CLOSE | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| West Denton Primary School HILLHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 949 yd |
| West Denton Leisure Centre (Pool And Fitness Centre) WEST DENTON WAY | swimming pool | 975 yd |
| West Denton Indoor Bowls Club WEST DENTON INDOOR BOWLS CLUB WEST DENTON INDOOR BOWLS CLUB HILLHEAD ROAD | indoor bowls | 1,004 yd |
| St. John Vianney Rc Primary School HILLHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,077 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.