Bede Walk is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE3 1BE is located in the 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 Bede Walk, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 1BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE3 1BG, NE3 1BA, NE3 1BJ, NE3 1AR, NE3 1XB, NE3 1UG, NE3 1RT, NE3 1AT, NE3 1RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE3 1BE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 53.8% | 53.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 39.5% | 39.3% | -0.2% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.8% | 35.6% | 5.8% | 44.2% | -8.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 12.3% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 11.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.7% | 41.4% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 34.1% | 7.0% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 19% | 13.4% | -5.6% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 8.4% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.8% | 19.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 7.7% | 0.7% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.8% | 8.6% | -0.2% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 10.9% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.7% | 47.1% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 13.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 4.5% | 3.1% | -1.4% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.2% | 86.3% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 4.9% |
| Arab | 3.2% | 0.8% | -2.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 81.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 81.3% | -3.7% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| European Union | 4% | 5.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.5% | 9.2% | 0.7% | 5.6% | 3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85% | 81.3% | -3.7% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 5.7% | 10.3% | 4.6% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 3.4% | -1.1% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Hindu | 5.4% | 1.7% | 3.7% |
| Jewish | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bede Walk was 73.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.8% higher than the Dene & South Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bede Walk has the 22nd highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Dene & South Gosforth and the 448th lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bede Walk, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2022-05-20 | £134,454 |
| 3 Bede Walk, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £94,500 | 2016-03-11 | £130,963 |
NE3 1BE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walkergate Early Years Centre Millers Dene , Walkergate NE6 4XW | - not rated | 4,841 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 5,024 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Runcie CofE First School Christon Road , Gosforth NE3 1US | - not rated | 216 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Gosforth First School Alnmouth Drive , South Gosforth NE3 1YF | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Archibald First School Archibald Street , Gosforth NE3 1EB | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's RC Primary School Hartford Road , Gosforth NE3 5LE | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth Hartford Road , Gosforth NE3 5LE | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,114 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Comprehensive School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | - not rated | 1,114 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth High School Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | - not rated | 1,171 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 3out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesmond Park Academy Jesmond Park West , NE7 7DP | 3out of 4 | 2,189 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | 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 | 636 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 3out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High School Jubilee Road , Gosforth NE3 1DY | - not rated | 1,203 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmoor Middle School Benton Lane , West Moor NE12 7PT | - not rated | 3,009 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,919 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 5,051 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 5,111 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 5,145 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Solutions Academy Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 5,288 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastcliffe School 33 the Grove , Gosforth NE3 1NE | - not rated | 801 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Special School Freeman Road , South Gosforth NE3 1SZ | - not rated | 841 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Dene Special School Freeman Road , South Gosforth NE3 1SZ | - not rated | 841 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School Freeman Road , South Gosforth NE3 1SZ | - not rated | 841 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Dene School Freeman Road , South Gosforth NE3 1SZ | - not rated | 841 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyndseys | Unit 29, The Bait Room Bakers Yard Christon Road, Gosforth | 218 yd | |
| Ophelia | 6 - 10 Bowsden Terrace, South Gosforth | 265 yd | |
| Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Centre | 2 Station Road, South Gosforth | 280 yd | |
| Thyme Square Cafe | 5 Station Road, South Gosforth | 336 yd | |
| Truffles Café And Sandwich Bar | 47 Station Road, South Gosforth | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Gosforth Social Club | South Gosforth Social Club Percy Terrace, Gosforth | 217 yd | |
| The Victory Pub | The Victory Pub Killingworth Road | 598 yd | |
| Brandling Villa Hotel | The Brandling Villa Haddricks Mill Road, Gosforth | 600 yd | |
| The Queen Victoria | 206 High Street, Gosforth | 679 yd | |
| Blacksmiths Arms | 200 High Street, Gosforth | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1, Tenerife Buildings Station Road, South Gosforth | 308 yd | |
| Hooked Fish and Chips | 13 Station Road, South Gosforth | 350 yd | |
| Ahad's Indian Kitchen | 25 Station Road, South Gosforth | 393 yd | |
| Motijheel Indian & Bangladeshi Cuisine | 38 Station Road, South Gosforth | 418 yd | |
| Motijheel Indian Takeaway | 38 Station Road, South Gosforth | 418 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Local Haddricks Mill Road, Gosforth | 528 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | 1 Benton Park Road | 692 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd Great North Road, Gosforth | 883 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | M&s Food Hall Great North Road, Gosforth | 905 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lily Ladies Leisure (Closed) Tenerife Buildings Tenerife Buildings Station Road | health and fitness suite | 320 yd |
| Gosforth Central Park MOOR ROAD NORTH | tennis courts | 588 yd |
| Gosforth Central Middle School GREAT NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 696 yd |
| The Gym (Newcastle Gosforth) 173-175 173-175 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 747 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Newcastle) CASTLE FARM ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,020 yd |
| Culzean Park GRAHAM PARK ROAD | 1,037 yd | |
| Gosforth Leisure Centre REGENT FARM ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,054 yd |
| Gosforth East Middle School HAREWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,084 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.