Briarfield Road is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE3 3UH is located in the Gosforth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle upon Tyne Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Briarfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 3UH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE3 4DY, NE3 3UN, NE3 3UJ, NE3 4DX, NE3 3UE, NE3 3UL, NE3 4RP, NE3 4EA, NE3 4LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE3 3UH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 51.5% | 49.5% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.5% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 3UH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.6% 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 | 23.1% | 31.5% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 59.6% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 15.4% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 4.3% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 3% | -7.6% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 (87.5%) 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 | 54.5% | 56.7% | 2.2% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 30.8% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 9.8% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 3UH this area, 4.6% 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 66.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.8% | 4.6% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.7% | 1.7% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.7% | 8% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 15.6% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 64.4% | 66.7% | 2.3% | 33.8% | 32.9% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 5.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 88.3% | 89.2% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 7.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 88.7% | 92.1% | 3.4% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 3.6% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.3% | 91.8% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0% | -6.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Briarfield Road was 15.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.0% lower than the Fawdon & West Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Briarfield Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 100 local areas in Fawdon & West Gosforth and the 55th lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 36.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Briarfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2025-03-12 | £361,249 |
| 47 Briarfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £442,300 | 2025-03-06 | £453,610 |
| 30 Briarfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £421,500 | 2022-08-31 | £477,106 |
| 40 Briarfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £523,287 | 2021-08-06 | £644,222 |
| 45 Briarfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2020-07-17 | £629,039 |
NE3 3UH 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 student residents living in NE3 3UH area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 4,143 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 4,767 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,784 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 5,021 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archibald First School Archibald Street , Gosforth NE3 1EB | - not rated | 610 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyndham Primary School Wyndsail Place , Gosforth NE3 4QP | - not rated | 966 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyndham Primary School Wyndsail Place , Kenton NE3 4QP | 3out of 4 | 966 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles' RC Primary School Regent Farm Road , Gosforth NE3 3HE | - not rated | 1,088 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles' Catholic Primary School Regent Farm Road , Gosforth NE3 3HE | 3out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,289 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 3out of 4 | 1,289 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 1,873 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 1,873 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 2,541 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Junior High School Jubilee Road , Gosforth NE3 1DY | - not rated | 629 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 3out of 4 | 759 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 1,797 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chevyside Middle School Yetholm Place , Westerhope NE5 4EB | - not rated | 3,876 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Solutions Academy Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 4,011 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,201 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,370 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,446 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,938 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior Academy Denton Road , NE15 6AF | 2out of 4 | 5,454 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascham House School 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 422 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Newcastle School for Boys 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 422 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Westfield School Oakfield Road , Gosforth NE3 4HS | - not rated | 437 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King David School Culzean Park , Graham Park Road NE3 4BH | - not rated | 515 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eastcliffe School 33 the Grove , Gosforth NE3 1NE | - not rated | 853 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brew and Bite | 27 Ashburton Road, Gosforth | 341 yd | |
| Ashfield Chinese Takeaway | 47 Ashfield Road, Gosforth | 350 yd | |
| Gosforth Traders | 151 - 153 Salters Road, Gosforth | 442 yd | |
| Canny Crafty | 143 Salters Road, Gosforth | 488 yd | |
| Captain Ted's | Captain Ted's West Avenue, Gosforth | 539 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Empire Club And Institute | 32 - 34 Salters Road, Gosforth | 657 yd | |
| The County | 70 High Street, Gosforth | 669 yd | |
| South Northumberland Cricket Club | South Northumberland Cricket Club Roseworth Terrace, Gosforth | 727 yd | |
| Job Bulman | The Job Bulman Saint Nicholas Avenue, Gosforth | 743 yd | |
| Duke Of Wellington | Duke Of Wellington Kenton Lane | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cestra | 2A Hawthorn Road, Gosforth | 642 yd | |
| Greggs | 133 High Street, Gosforth | 665 yd | |
| Papa John's | 74 High Street, Gosforth | 678 yd | |
| Dawn's Deli | 165 Kenton Road | 766 yd | |
| Subway | 177 High Street, Gosforth | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Kenton Way Service Station Kenton Lane | 791 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Lawn Tennis Club GOSFORTH LAWN TENNIS CLUB GOSFORTH LAWN TENNIS CLUB WEST AVENUE | tennis courts | 344 yd |
| Westfield School OAKFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 451 yd |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy REGENT AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 631 yd |
| Gosforth Junior High School (Closed) Jubilee Road | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Culzean Park GRAHAM PARK ROAD | 663 yd | |
| The Gym (Newcastle Gosforth) 173-175 173-175 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 754 yd |
| Coxlodge Community Centre JUBILEE ROAD | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| Gosforth Central Park MOOR ROAD NORTH | tennis courts | 908 yd |
| Wyndham School MONTAGU AVENUE | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| Gosforth Leisure Centre REGENT FARM ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,001 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 | 161.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.