East View is in Burnopfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Derwentside district. NE16 6HP is located in the Burnopfield and Dipton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about East View, Burnopfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 6HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE16 6HN, NE16 6JH, NE16 6HW, NE16 6HG, NE16 6BL, NE16 6BX, NE16 6BN, NE16 6BU, NE16 6HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE16 6HP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.7% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 6HP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% 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 | 19.9% | 26.6% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.4% | 59% | -6.4% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 7.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 50.9% | 41.3% | -9.6% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 41% | 9.3% | 33.6% | 7.4% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 14.8% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.5% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 17.3% | 16.3% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 7.6% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 17% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5.8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 17% | 0.8% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 34.1% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| White | 100% | 99.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 99.4% 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 | 99.1% | 99.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 99.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East View was 21.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.3% lower than the Burnopfield and Dipton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
East View has the 5th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Burnopfield and Dipton and the 210th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 East View, Newcastle Upon Tyne, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2025-03-26 | £97,543 |
| 5 East View, Newcastle Upon Tyne, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2022-02-09 | £112,292 |
| 8 East View, Newcastle Upon Tyne, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2019-06-04 | £34,685 |
| 4 East View, Newcastle Upon Tyne, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2012-10-19 | £141,470 |
| Stonehaven East View, Newcastle Upon Tyne, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £331,000 | 2011-01-21 | £457,684 |
NE16 6HP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE16 6HP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhill Nursery School Oxhill , DH9 7LR | 3out of 4 | 5,202 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnopfield Primary School Front Street , Burnopfield NE16 6PT | 3out of 4 | 75 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Byermoor , Burnopfield NE16 6NU | 4out of 4 | 1,913 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Community Primary School Whinfield Way , NE39 2JE | 3out of 4 | 2,375 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield Whinfield Way , Highfield NE39 2JE | 3out of 4 | 2,375 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowlands Gill Community Primary School Dominines Close , NE39 2PP | 2out of 4 | 2,484 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanfield School Tanfield Lea Road , DH9 8AY | - not rated | 4,092 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Durham Academy High Street , DH9 0TW | 2out of 4 | 5,277 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whickham School Burnthouse Lane , Whickham NE16 5AR | 3out of 4 | 5,419 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croft Community School Greencroft Road End , Annfield Plain DH9 8PR | 2out of 4 | 4,852 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messy Church | St James Church Hall, The Leazes | 336 yd | |
| Bistro 22 | Hobson Industrial Estate | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sun Inn | Front Street | 224 yd | |
| Burnopfield Workmens Victory Social Club & Institute Ltd | Dene View | 339 yd | |
| The Burton House | Busty Bank | 799 yd | |
| Burnopfield Cricket Club | 825 yd | ||
| Lintz Cricket Club | Lambton Gardens | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Leaf | 40 Front Street | 137 yd | |
| Fryers Plaice | 7 Front Street | 481 yd | |
| Rosie's Takeaway | 4 Woodlands, Front Street | 704 yd | |
| Burnopfield Tandoori | 1 Woodlands, Front Street | 704 yd | |
| Burnopfield Chop Suey House | 10 Busty Bank | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 20 The Leazes | 336 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burnopfield Primary School FRONT STREET | grass pitches | 87 yd |
| Burnopfield Cricket Club (Closed) Cricket Terrace | grass pitches | 320 yd |
| Crookgate The Fell | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Burnopfield Cricket Club | grass pitches | 827 yd |
| Body Blitz Fitness UNIT G UNIT G HOBSON INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 905 yd |
| Just Women (Ladies Only) (Closed) Hobson Industrial Estate | health and fitness suite | 934 yd |
| Lintz LUMLEY GARDENS | grass pitches | 983 yd |
| Lintz Cricket Club LINTZ CRICKET GROUND LINTZ CRICKET GROUND LAMBTON GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,009 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.