Avalon Drive is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE15 7SZ 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 Avalon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE15 7SG, NE15 7ST, NE15 7SS, NE15 7RL, NE5 2BP, NE5 2BQ, NE15 7SF, NE5 2BS, NE5 5DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE15 7SZ is primarily male, with 54.3% of the population 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 | 48.5% | 45.7% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -5.3% |
| Male | 51.5% | 54.3% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 5.3% |
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 | 30.7% | 36.7% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 39.5% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 12.4% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 8.6% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 43.9% | 46.2% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 34.4% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 14.2% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4.9% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 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.
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 22.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.2% | 19.5% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 13.8% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 10.5% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 10.5% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 20% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 22.9% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -10.9% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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 | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.6% | 94.3% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 96.6% | 94.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 95.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.8% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Avalon Drive was 74.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.8% lower than the Lemington average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Avalon Drive has the 12th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Lemington and the 443rd highest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Avalon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2025-12-12 | £67,546 |
| 42 Avalon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2024-11-12 | £74,034 |
| 32 Avalon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £41,500 | 2024-07-31 | £43,082 |
| 42 Avalon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £49,550 | 2023-08-16 | £52,256 |
| 40 Avalon Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £89,950 | 2023-06-02 | £97,278 |
NE15 7SZ 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 2,300 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 3out of 4 | 2,827 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 3,264 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 4,879 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,946 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 | 3out of 4 | 736 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwood Infant School Broadwood Road , NE15 7TB | - not rated | 736 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Denton Primary School Hillhead Road , West Denton NE5 1DN | 3out of 4 | 906 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Denton Primary School Hillhead Road , West Denton NE5 1DN | - not rated | 906 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Primary School Maple Close , Lemington NE15 7QZ | 3out of 4 | 960 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Denton High School West Denton Way , NE5 2SZ | - not rated | 1,020 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Studio West West Denton Way , West Denton NE5 2SZ | - not rated | 1,020 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints College West Denton Way , NE5 2SZ | - not rated | 1,020 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redewood School Pooley Road , NE5 2ST | - not rated | 1,351 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 3out of 4 | 1,894 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 689 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Park Middle School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2NW | - not rated | 1,198 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Park Middle School Granville Drive , Chapel Park NE5 1SH | - not rated | 1,702 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel House Middle School Chadderton Drive , West Denton NE5 1EL | - not rated | 1,888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chevyside Middle School Yetholm Place , Westerhope NE5 4EB | - not rated | 2,395 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,066 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 5,423 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 5,448 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 | 1,519 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 | 1,182 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linhope PRU Linhope Centre , Linhope Rd NE5 2LW | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkway School Hillhead Parkway , West Denton NE5 1DP | - not rated | 1,259 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May Flower | 14 The Burnside | 323 yd | |
| Jade’s deli and dessert | 69A Southway, West Denton | 433 yd | |
| Dragon City | Dragon Pearl, 124 The Roman Way, West Denton | 711 yd | |
| The Denton Coffee House | 698 West Road | 836 yd | |
| Caffe Ginevra Denton | Unit 9 Denton Park Shopping Centre, West Denton | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vallum | The Vallum Moorcroft Road, Lemington | 804 yd | |
| Anne's Kitchen At The Vallum | The Vallum Moorcroft Road, Lemington | 804 yd | |
| The Peregrine | The Peregrine Hillhead Road | 936 yd | |
| Lemington Labour Club | Lemington Labour Club Union Hall Road, Lemington | 965 yd | |
| West Denton Social Club | West Denton Social Club West Denton Way, West Denton | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dinners Express West Denton Ltd | 32 The Burnside | 354 yd | |
| Dinners Express / Deli Express | 34 The Burnside | 361 yd | |
| Dessert Lab | 42 The Burnside | 369 yd | |
| Golden Chippy | 1 Slatyford Lane | 864 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 10 Denton Park Shopping Centre, West Denton | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens | 701 - 703 West Road | 827 yd | |
| Morrisons | Unit 22 Denton Park Shopping Centre, West Denton | 923 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 9 Chapel House Drive, West Denton | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lemington Middle School (Closed) West Denton Road | grass pitches | 689 yd |
| Broadwood Primary School BROADWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| West Denton Leisure Centre (Pool And Fitness Centre) WEST DENTON WAY | swimming pool | 871 yd |
| West Denton Primary School HILLHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| West Denton Indoor Bowls Club WEST DENTON INDOOR BOWLS CLUB WEST DENTON INDOOR BOWLS CLUB HILLHEAD ROAD | indoor bowls | 979 yd |
| Waverley Primary School MAPLE CLOSE | grass pitches | 980 yd |
| West Denton Leisure Centre (All Saints Sports Centre) West Denton Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,038 yd |
| St. John Vianney Rc Primary School HILLHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,045 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 | 47.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.