West Road is in Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Northumberland district. NE20 9SU is located in the Ponteland North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Road, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE20 9SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE20 9XF, NE20 9SR, NE20 9HZ, NE20 9NR, NE20 9PY, NE20 9PX, NE20 9PU, NE20 9NN, NE20 9NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE20 9SU has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.9% of the population 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 | 54.6% | 58.9% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 7.9% |
| Male | 45.4% | 41.1% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -7.9% |
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 | 21.7% | 18.9% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -19.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 38.6% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10% | 6.6% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 22.1% | 32.9% | 10.8% | 6.1% | 26.8% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.7% | 34.2% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -14.2% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 29.6% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 20.4% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 12% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 8.0% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 3.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 | 30.8% | 26.3% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.9% | 5.4% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 8.7% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 13.2% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.4% | 35.9% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.1% | 95.4% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 98.9% | 94.8% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 94.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.5% | 37.2% | -12.7% |
| Christian | 66.8% | 46.2% | 20.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Road was 65.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.8% higher than the Ponteland East and Stannington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Ponteland East and Stannington and the 492nd highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.6%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11A West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-10-05 | £400,318 |
| 1 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2022-01-27 | £766,039 |
| 6 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2017-03-31 | £263,216 |
| 2 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2017-03-02 | £267,531 |
| 11 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2016-03-01 | £281,608 |
NE20 9SU 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 NE20 9SU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 63% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 207 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponteland Primary School Callerton Lane , Ponteland NE20 9EG | 3out of 4 | 406 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Coates Church of England Primary School Thornhill Road , Ponteland NE20 9QB | 3out of 4 | 423 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ponteland Community Primary School Callerton Lane , Ponteland NE20 9EY | 4out of 4 | 778 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darras Hall Primary School Middle Drive , NE20 9DS | 4out of 4 | 1,854 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dinnington First School Sycamore Avenue , Dinnington Village NE13 7JY | 3out of 4 | 5,310 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponteland High School The Crescent , Callerton Lane NE20 9EG | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mogul Raj Tandoori | 15-17 Merton Road, Ponteland | 124 yd | |
| Samms | 7 Merton Road, Ponteland | 124 yd | |
| Princess Garden Restaurant | 1-3 Brewery Lane, Ponteland | 189 yd | |
| Mambos Ponteland | 1-3 Brewery Lane, Ponteland | 189 yd | |
| Ponteland Memorial Hall | Darras Road, Darras Hall | 193 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pont Tap | 10 West Road, Ponteland | 0 yd | |
| Ponteland Club & Institute | Merton Way, Ponteland | 116 yd | |
| Seven Stars | 21 Main Street, Ponteland | 235 yd | |
| The Diamond Inn | Main Street, Ponteland | 353 yd | |
| The Blackbird | North Road, Ponteland | 399 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Grass Deli | 40 Merton Road, Ponteland | 69 yd | |
| Lorenzo's | 24 Merton Road, Ponteland | 124 yd | |
| Merton Way Chinese Takeaway | 26 Merton Road, Ponteland | 124 yd | |
| Gills Fish & Chips | 19 Merton Road, Ponteland | 124 yd | |
| Ponteland Tandoori | 11a Main Street, Ponteland | 235 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 27 Main Street, Ponteland | 235 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Bell Villas, Ponteland | 391 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lifespan (Ladies Only) (Closed) Merton Way | health and fitness suite | 141 yd |
| Ponteland Tennis Club PAVILION PAVILION DARRAS ROAD | tennis courts | 220 yd |
| Richard Coates C Of E School THORNHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| Ponteland Leisure Centre Callerton Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 504 yd |
| Ponteland Golf Club Ltd BELL VILLAS | golf | 703 yd |
| Ponteland Community Middle School CALLERTON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 736 yd |
| Ponteland Community High School CALLERTON LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 797 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.