Addison Road is in Lemington, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE15 8AU 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 Addison Road, Lemington, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 8AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE15 7LG, NE15 8AX, NE15 8AY, NE15 8AT, NE15 8BA, NE15 8AN, NE15 7JX, NE15 8BY, NE15 8BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE15 8AU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 51.1% | 53.6% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 48.9% | 46.4% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 8AU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% 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 | 36.3% | 45.8% | 9.5% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.4% | 35.6% | 5.2% | 44.2% | -8.6% |
| Separated | 7.9% | 4.9% | -3.0% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 10.2% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 3.6% | -9.7% | 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 | 34.8% | 39.1% | 4.3% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 38.4% | 8.3% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 20.4% | 14.3% | -6.1% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 12.5% | 6.2% | -6.3% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45% | 21.3% | -23.7% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 15.1% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 23.6% | 7.3% | 13.4% | 10.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 9.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 13.8% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 16.4% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.1% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 98.4% 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% | 98.4% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 98.4% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 28.7% | 13.5% | 15.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.2% | 37.2% | 12.0% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Addison Road was 472.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 424.9% higher than the Lemington average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Addison Road has the highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Lemington and the 35th highest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 165.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Addison Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2025-01-06 | £112,405 |
| 1 Addison Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,950 | 2010-07-01 | £134,985 |
| 1 Addison Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2008-10-03 | £122,891 |
| 12 Addison Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2007-07-18 | £146,079 |
| 12 Addison Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £9,000 | 1997-03-06 | £41,459 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 3out of 4 | 2,146 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 2,587 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 3,619 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 5,362 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 5,403 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemington Riverside Primary School Rokeby Street , NE15 8RR | 3out of 4 | 515 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Primary School Maple Close , Lemington NE15 7QZ | 3out of 4 | 661 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Primary School Maple Close , Lemington NE15 7QZ | - not rated | 661 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's RC Primary School Bell's Close , NE15 6XX | - not rated | 898 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic Primary School, Bells Close Bell's Close , NE15 6XX | 3out of 4 | 898 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 | 1,804 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Studio West West Denton Way , West Denton NE5 2SZ | - not rated | 1,804 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints College West Denton Way , NE5 2SZ | - not rated | 1,804 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redewood School Pooley Road , NE5 2ST | - not rated | 2,264 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 3out of 4 | 2,481 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 | 630 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel House Middle School Chadderton Drive , West Denton NE5 1EL | - not rated | 1,870 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Park Middle School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2NW | - not rated | 2,086 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Park Middle School Granville Drive , Chapel Park NE5 1SH | - not rated | 2,120 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chevyside Middle School Yetholm Place , Westerhope NE5 4EB | - not rated | 3,270 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 | 3,613 yd | Academy 16-19 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 | 1,639 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkway School Hillhead Parkway , West Denton NE5 1DP | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's School Hillhead Parkway , West Denton NE5 1DP | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Hillhead Parkway , NE5 1DS | - not rated | 1,750 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Hillhead Parkway , West Denton NE5 1DS | - not rated | 1,750 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 3out of 4 | 2,062 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximo's Deli | The Lemington Centre Tyne View, Lemington | 534 yd | |
| Little Connies Kitchen | 1b Rokeby Street | 599 yd | |
| Dragon City | Dragon Pearl, 124 The Roman Way, West Denton | 904 yd | |
| Jade’s deli and dessert | 69A Southway, West Denton | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemington Labour Club | Lemington Labour Club Union Hall Road, Lemington | 251 yd | |
| Lemington And District Social Club | Lemington And District Social Club Algernon Road, Lemington | 463 yd | |
| Vallum | The Vallum Moorcroft Road, Lemington | 731 yd | |
| Anne's Kitchen At The Vallum | The Vallum Moorcroft Road, Lemington | 731 yd | |
| The Peregrine | The Peregrine Hillhead Road | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| fire pit | Lemington Labour Club Union Hall Road, Lemington | 251 yd | |
| Panda kingdom | 17A Fernwood Road, Lemington | 399 yd | |
| Hot bite pizza grill house | 2 Gladstone Street, Lemington | 519 yd | |
| The Lemington Deli | 2 Tyne View, Lemington | 553 yd | |
| Sandhu fish bar | 2 Northumberland Road, Lemington | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 1A High Row, Lemington | 640 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valley View Pavilion VALLEY VIEW | grass pitches | 444 yd |
| Lemington Middle School (Closed) West Denton Road | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Waverley Primary School MAPLE CLOSE | grass pitches | 659 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.