Sunniside Road is in Sunniside, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Gateshead district. NE16 5NF is located in the Whickham South and Sunniside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sunniside Road, Sunniside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 5NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE16 5ND, NE16 5NQ, NE16 5NG, NE16 5NL, NE16 5NH, NE16 5NJ, NE16 5NE, NE16 5QB, NE16 5NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE16 5NF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 53% | 52% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 47% | 48% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 NE16 5NF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.4% 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 | 17% | 20.4% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.5% | 66.4% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 22.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 4.8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 7.6% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47% | 48.3% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 37.5% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 11.5% | -4.4% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 18.2% | 12.1% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 3.2% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 15.3% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 16.5% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.5% | 41.9% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 8.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.7% | 95.9% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 97.4% | 97.7% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 66.9% | 46.2% | 20.7% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sunniside Road was 67.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.1% lower than the Dunston Hill and Whickham East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sunniside Road has the 34th highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Dunston Hill and Whickham East and the 325th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 Sunniside Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £587,500 | 2024-08-08 | £624,330 |
| 74 Sunniside Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-11-19 | £265,070 |
| 74 Sunniside Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2014-02-21 | £214,728 |
| 94 Sunniside Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2013-11-27 | £466,169 |
| 47 Sunniside Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2010-01-29 | £404,196 |
NE16 5NF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 NE16 5NF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 5,068 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove , Bensham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 5,124 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clover Hill Community Primary School Glenhurst Drive , Whickham NE16 5SJ | 4out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whickham Parochial Church of England Primary School Broadway , Whickham NE16 5QW | 4out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washingwell Community Primary School Bucks Hill View , Broom Lane NE16 4RB | 3out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fellside Community Primary School Fellside Road , Whickham NE16 5AY | 4out of 4 | 1,627 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Duckpool Lane , Whickham NE16 4HB | 3out of 4 | 2,163 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whickham School Burnthouse Lane , Whickham NE16 5AR | 3out of 4 | 1,580 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmeadow Community Comprehensive School Market Lane , Dunston NE11 9NX | 3out of 4 | 3,135 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace College Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | 1out of 4 | 4,962 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 4out of 4 | 5,089 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel College Consett Road , Lobley Hill NE11 0AN | 4out of 4 | 2,757 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eslington Primary School Hazel Road , NE8 2EP | 4out of 4 | 4,803 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunniside Courtyard Cafe Boutique & Gift Shop | 1 Gateshead Road | 416 yd | |
| Oli & Joes | 13 Sun Street | 542 yd | |
| Sunniside Coffee Shop | 13 Sun Street | 542 yd | |
| Sorella Sorella | Streetgate | 551 yd | |
| Tuppence Coffee Lounge | 18 Dewhurst Terrace | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunniside Social Club | Sunniside Road | 293 yd | |
| The Travellers Rest | 1 Granby Terrace | 564 yd | |
| The Potters Wheel | Sun Street | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosies Takeaway | 13 Dewhurst Terrace | 607 yd | |
| Gill's Chippy | 1 Dewhurst Terrace | 631 yd | |
| Khan Tandoori | Unit 2 Dewhurst Terrace | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Unit 1 Dewhurst Terrace | 631 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 | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.