Front Street is in Burnopfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Derwentside district. NE16 6LZ 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 Front Street, Burnopfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 6LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE16 6LU, NE16 6LX, NE16 6LY, NE16 6NH, NE16 6NJ, NE16 6NF, NE16 6NA, NE16 6BF, NE16 6ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE16 6LZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents 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 | 50.4% | 48.8% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51.2% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 41.9% | 39.4% | -2.5% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 34.6% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -9.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 16.5% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 5.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 50.4% | 44% | -6.4% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 39.7% | 8.4% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 13% | 15.3% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 0.5% | -3.6% | 4.0% | -3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 15.7% | 11.8% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 7.5% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 12.4% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 10.8% | 8.0% | 5.3% | 5.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 19.4% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.4% | 36% | -6.4% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.7% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 96.7% | 96.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 96.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.9% | 37.2% | 18.7% |
| Christian | 35.5% | 46.2% | -10.7% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Front Street was 67.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.1% higher than the Burnopfield and Dipton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Front Street has the 9th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Burnopfield and Dipton and the 763rd lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 71.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halfacres Front Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2008-01-30 | £184,868 |
| Halfacres Front Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2005-02-11 | £58,491 |
| Halfacres Front Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £37,000 | 1998-06-26 | £128,259 |
| Halfacres Front Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £30,000 | 1996-04-22 | £85,932 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhill Nursery School Oxhill , DH9 7LR | 3out of 4 | 4,941 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 | 671 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Byermoor , Burnopfield NE16 6NU | 4out of 4 | 1,289 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowlands Gill Community Primary School Dominines Close , NE39 2PP | 2out of 4 | 2,789 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Community Primary School Whinfield Way , NE39 2JE | 3out of 4 | 2,955 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 | 2,955 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 3,729 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Durham Academy High Street , DH9 0TW | 2out of 4 | 4,829 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whickham School Burnthouse Lane , Whickham NE16 5AR | 3out of 4 | 5,045 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 | 4,964 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bistro 22 | Hobson Industrial Estate | 955 yd | |
| Messy Church | St James Church Hall, The Leazes | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Burton House | Busty Bank | 135 yd | |
| Burnopfield Cricket Club | 345 yd | ||
| Burnopfield Workmens Victory Social Club & Institute Ltd | Dene View | 393 yd | |
| Pack Horse | Crookgate | 510 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | Front Street | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosie's Takeaway | 4 Woodlands, Front Street | 44 yd | |
| Burnopfield Tandoori | 1 Woodlands, Front Street | 44 yd | |
| Burnopfield Chop Suey House | 10 Busty Bank | 135 yd | |
| Fryers Plaice | 7 Front Street | 233 yd | |
| Golden Leaf | 40 Front Street | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 20 The Leazes | 1,048 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crookgate The Fell | grass pitches | 261 yd |
| Burnopfield Cricket Club | grass pitches | 346 yd |
| Burnopfield Cricket Club (Closed) Cricket Terrace | grass pitches | 420 yd |
| Burnopfield Primary School FRONT STREET | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Body Blitz Fitness UNIT G UNIT G HOBSON INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 913 yd |
| Just Women (Ladies Only) (Closed) Hobson Industrial Estate | health and fitness suite | 956 yd |
| Sacred Heart Rc Primary School BYERMOOR RC PRIMARY SCHOOL BYERMOOR RC PRIMARY SCHOOL LOBLEY HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,088 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.