Garesfield Gardens is in Burnopfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Derwentside district. NE16 6LQ 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 Garesfield Gardens, Burnopfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 6LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE16 6LF, NE16 6JX, NE16 6LG, NE16 6JT, NE16 6LE, NE16 6JR, NE16 6LH, NE16 6LJ, NE16 6JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE16 6LQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.4% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.6% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 29.9% | 41.7% | 11.8% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 35.5% | -10.9% | 44.2% | -8.7% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 12% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 6.6% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 37.1% | 44.3% | 7.2% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 30% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 18.5% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 10.2% | 6.3% | -3.9% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 1% | -3.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.7% | 23.5% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 11.3% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 18.1% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 9.2% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 20.6% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 16% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 99% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 95.6% | 97.6% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 97.6% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 25.3% | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.1% | 37.2% | 5.9% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garesfield Gardens was 40.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.7% lower than the Burnopfield and Dipton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Garesfield Gardens has the 10th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Burnopfield and Dipton and the 453rd lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137 Garesfield Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-01-31 | £129,071 |
| 136 Garesfield Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2024-11-14 | £57,340 |
| 132 Garesfield Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-10-24 | £91,222 |
| 123 Garesfield Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2021-12-02 | £101,458 |
| 134 Garesfield Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2018-11-06 | £123,160 |
NE16 6LQ 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhill Nursery School Oxhill , DH9 7LR | 3out of 4 | 5,178 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 | 869 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Community Primary School Whinfield Way , NE39 2JE | 3out of 4 | 2,262 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 | 2,262 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Byermoor , Burnopfield NE16 6NU | 4out of 4 | 2,764 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowlands Gill Community Primary School Dominines Close , NE39 2PP | 2out of 4 | 2,810 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 | 4,231 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 4,400 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 | 570 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lintz Cricket Club | Lambton Gardens | 345 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | Front Street | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Leaf | 40 Front Street | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 20 The Leazes | 570 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lintz Cricket Club LINTZ CRICKET GROUND LINTZ CRICKET GROUND LAMBTON GARDENS | grass pitches | 158 yd |
| Lintz LUMLEY GARDENS | grass pitches | 174 yd |
| Burnopfield Primary School FRONT STREET | grass pitches | 772 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 | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.