Woodthorne Road is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE2 3PB is located in the Dene & South Gosforth 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 Woodthorne Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 3PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE2 3PE, NE2 3QN, NE2 3NX, NE2 3PA, NE2 3QP, NE2 3NR, NE2 3QQ, NE2 3QU, NE2 3NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE2 3PB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 51.8% | 52.7% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 48.2% | 47.3% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 NE2 3PB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60% 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 | 34.3% | 24.8% | -9.5% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 60% | 8.5% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 9.2% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 3.2% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 56% | 58.6% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 10.2% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 25.9% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 12.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around NE2 3PB this area, 6.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 60.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.9% | 6.7% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.8% | 3.9% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 5.9% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 15.7% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.6% | 60.2% | 7.6% | 33.8% | 26.4% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 94.6% | 90.6% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 9.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 92.2% | 90.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 89.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.6% | 6.8% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodthorne Road was 25.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.7% lower than the Dene & South Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodthorne Road has the 25th lowest crime rate of 86 local areas in Dene & South Gosforth and the 115th lowest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Woodthorne Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £381,000 | 2025-05-16 | £381,000 |
| 12 Woodthorne Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £346,000 | 2022-11-17 | £384,368 |
| 10 Woodthorne Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2018-04-04 | £584,800 |
| 8 Woodthorne Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2016-04-28 | £452,649 |
| 12 Woodthorne Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2014-05-28 | £419,597 |
NE2 3PB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 NE2 3PB 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%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 4,147 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 4,811 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 4,957 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Gosforth First School Alnmouth Drive , South Gosforth NE3 1YF | 3out of 4 | 300 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Jesmond Primary School Tankerville Terrace , Jesmond NE2 3AJ | 4out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Runcie CofE First School Christon Road , Gosforth NE3 1US | 3out of 4 | 1,125 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Archibald First School Archibald Street , Gosforth NE3 1EB | 4out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cragside Primary School Cragside , High Heaton NE7 7EL | 4out of 4 | 1,686 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesmond Park Academy Jesmond Park West , NE7 7DP | 1out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,776 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Park Academy Knightsbridge, Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 2JH | - not rated | 1,787 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 2out of 4 | 3,162 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 4out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 1,917 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,191 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,243 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Solutions Academy Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 4,561 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle School for Boys 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 1,010 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Westfield School Oakfield Road , Gosforth NE3 4HS | - not rated | 1,211 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Northern Counties School Tankerville Terrace , Jesmond NE2 3BB | 3out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle High School for Girls Tankerville Terrace , Jesmond NE2 3BA | - not rated | 1,534 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Hopespring Newcastle Chesters Avenue (on corner of Aydon Gardens) , Longbenton NE12 8UZ | - not rated | 1,874 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Aidan's | 2 Newlands Road | 181 yd | |
| Lovage | 115 Saint Georges Terrace, Jesmond | 658 yd | |
| Harvest CCO | 91 Saint Georges Terrace, Jesmond | 708 yd | |
| Basilico | Ist Floor, 47 High Street, Gosforth | 778 yd | |
| Castle Dene | Castle Dene Freeman Road | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lonsdale | The Lonsdale Lonsdale Terrace | 586 yd | |
| Brandling Villa Hotel | The Brandling Villa Haddricks Mill Road, Gosforth | 659 yd | |
| David Lloyd Leisure | David Lloyd Leisure Castles Farm Road | 737 yd | |
| South Northumberland Cricket Club | South Northumberland Cricket Club Roseworth Terrace, Gosforth | 780 yd | |
| The County | 70 High Street, Gosforth | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 103 Saint Georges Terrace, Jesmond | 677 yd | |
| Papa John's | 74 High Street, Gosforth | 842 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | Unit 2, Mill House Haddricks Mill Road, Gosforth | 852 yd | |
| Cestra | 2A Hawthorn Road, Gosforth | 866 yd | |
| Hooked Fish and Chips | 13 Station Road, South Gosforth | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Local Haddricks Mill Road, Gosforth | 939 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Metro, Caistron House Acorn Road | 1,011 yd | |
| Little Waitrose | 87 - 89 Osborne Road | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| La Sagesse School (Closed) North Jesmond Avenue | grass pitches | 364 yd |
| The Northumberland Club NORTH JESMOND AVENUE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 642 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Newcastle) CASTLE FARM ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool, tennis courts | 730 yd |
| Culzean Park GRAHAM PARK ROAD | 746 yd | |
| Jesmond Pool ST. GEORGES TERRACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 768 yd |
| Gosforth Central Park MOOR ROAD NORTH | tennis courts | 792 yd |
| Lily Ladies Leisure (Closed) Tenerife Buildings Tenerife Buildings Station Road | health and fitness suite | 919 yd |
| Castle Farm FREEMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Jesmond Lawn Tennis Club OSBORNE ROAD | tennis courts | 1,010 yd |
| The Gym (Newcastle Gosforth) 173-175 173-175 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,017 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.