Moor Road South is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE3 1NN 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 Moor Road South, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 1NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE3 1NG, NE3 1XQ, NE3 1SW, NE3 1NH, NE3 1NE, NE2 3NN, NE2 3NZ, NE3 1XP, NE3 1NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE3 1NN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 46.6% | 53.2% | 6.6% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 53.4% | 46.8% | -6.6% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NE3 1NN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.8% 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 | 22.8% | 26.3% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.4% | 57.8% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 13.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 5.6% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 8.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.5% | 55.8% | 7.3% | 48.4% | 7.4% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 31.1% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 9.9% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
In the area around NE3 1NN this area, 5.9% 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 62.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.3% | 5.9% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.2% | 4.7% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 12.9% | 0.6% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 3.9% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 8.2% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -8.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 64.6% | 62.1% | -2.5% | 33.8% | 28.3% |
| Other | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.6% | 94% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 94.1% | 90.8% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 91.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.7% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95% | 76.7% | 18.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 59.2% | 46.2% | 13.0% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moor Road South was 21.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.5% lower than the Dene & South Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Moor Road South has the 24th lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Dene & South Gosforth and the 111th lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Richmond Lodge Moor Road South, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2025-12-19 | £305,682 |
| 7 Ferndene Court Moor Road South, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2025-01-03 | £527,450 |
| 10 Ferndene Court Moor Road South, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-02-15 | £422,687 |
| 14 Ferndene Court Moor Road South, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-12-18 | £442,126 |
| 1 Ferndene Court Moor Road South, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2023-10-03 | £841,278 |
NE3 1NN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 NE3 1NN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Real estate activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 4,214 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkergate Early Years Centre Millers Dene , Walkergate NE6 4XW | - not rated | 4,824 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,878 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 5,208 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | - not rated | 5,262 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 | 448 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Archibald First School Archibald Street , Gosforth NE3 1EB | - not rated | 947 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Runcie CofE First School Christon Road , Gosforth NE3 1US | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Jesmond Junior School Tankerville Terrace , NE2 3DA | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Jesmond Infant School Forsyth Road , NE2 3DA | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth High School Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | - not rated | 1,504 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 3out of 4 | 1,504 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Comprehensive School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | - not rated | 1,634 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesmond Park Academy Jesmond Park West , NE7 7DP | 3out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 3out of 4 | 1,066 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High School Jubilee Road , Gosforth NE3 1DY | - not rated | 1,126 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 1,711 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmoor Middle School Benton Lane , West Moor NE12 7PT | - not rated | 3,821 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 | 4,129 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,318 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,359 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,426 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Solutions Academy Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 4,500 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 | 189 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King David School Culzean Park , Graham Park Road NE3 4BH | - not rated | 593 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ascham House School 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 700 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Newcastle School for Boys 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 700 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| La Sagesse School North Jesmond , NE2 3RJ | - not rated | 774 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | 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 | 356 yd | |
| Basilico | Ist Floor, 47 High Street, Gosforth | 369 yd | |
| Greyjoys | 75 High Street, Gosforth | 415 yd | |
| Wokify Express | 72 High Street, Gosforth | 435 yd | |
| Fortuna | 90 High Street, Gosforth | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Northumberland Cricket Club | South Northumberland Cricket Club Roseworth Terrace, Gosforth | 376 yd | |
| The County | 70 High Street, Gosforth | 412 yd | |
| Job Bulman | The Job Bulman Saint Nicholas Avenue, Gosforth | 440 yd | |
| Brandling Arms | 176 High Street, Gosforth | 610 yd | |
| Barca | 182 High Street, Gosforth | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa John's | 74 High Street, Gosforth | 438 yd | |
| Cestra | 2A Hawthorn Road, Gosforth | 458 yd | |
| Greggs | 133 High Street, Gosforth | 504 yd | |
| Subway | 177 High Street, Gosforth | 649 yd | |
| Gosforth Chippy | 216 High Street, Gosforth | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Local Haddricks Mill Road, Gosforth | 1,069 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Culzean Park GRAHAM PARK ROAD | 359 yd | |
| Gosforth Central Park MOOR ROAD NORTH | tennis courts | 450 yd |
| The Gym (Newcastle Gosforth) 173-175 173-175 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 641 yd |
| La Sagesse School (Closed) North Jesmond Avenue | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Gosforth Lawn Tennis Club GOSFORTH LAWN TENNIS CLUB GOSFORTH LAWN TENNIS CLUB WEST AVENUE | tennis courts | 775 yd |
| Lily Ladies Leisure (Closed) Tenerife Buildings Tenerife Buildings Station Road | health and fitness suite | 966 yd |
| Westfield School OAKFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 1,001 yd |
| The Northumberland Club NORTH JESMOND AVENUE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,030 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Newcastle) CASTLE FARM ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,077 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 | 77.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.