Moor Crescent is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE3 4AP 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 Moor Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 4AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE3 4AN, NE3 4AL, NE3 4AD, NE3 4AH, NE3 1NQ, NE3 4AE, NE3 4YN, NE3 4YQ, NE3 4BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE3 4AP is primarily male, with 54.4% of the population 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 | 48.7% | 45.6% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -5.4% |
| Male | 51.3% | 54.4% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 5.4% |
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 4AP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.9% 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 | 18.6% | 19.3% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.6% | 64.9% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 20.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 7.5% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.1%) 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 | 72.9% | 66.2% | -6.7% | 48.4% | 17.8% |
| Good health | 21.3% | 25.9% | 4.6% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 3.8% | 7.5% | 3.7% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -3.7% |
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 4AP this area, 4% 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 74%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 9.6% | -8.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.9% | 9.7% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 6.2% | -3.1% | 16.9% | -10.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 75.1% | 74% | -1.1% | 33.8% | 40.2% |
| Other | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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 | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 89.8% | 91.5% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 89.5% 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 | 85.7% | 89.5% | 3.8% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 1.4% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 3.7% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 3.4% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 89.8% | 4.4% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 9.5% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.6% | 0% | -9.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 76.7% | 17.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 3.1% | 13.5% | -10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moor Crescent was 25.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.0% lower than the Dene & South Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Moor Crescent has the 30th lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Dene & South Gosforth and the 150th lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Moor Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £772,500 | 2024-11-22 | £823,072 |
| 18 Moor Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2021-09-29 | £919,487 |
| 11 Moor Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2021-08-20 | £960,263 |
| 28 Moor Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2021-01-15 | £913,565 |
| 30 Moor Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £629,000 | 2020-08-17 | £815,666 |
NE3 4AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 49 |
| Education | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,836 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,498 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 4,793 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkergate Early Years Centre Millers Dene , Walkergate NE6 4XW | - not rated | 4,978 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 5,213 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | 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 | 813 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Archibald First School Archibald Street , Gosforth NE3 1EB | - not rated | 1,046 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Jesmond Junior School Tankerville Terrace , NE2 3DA | - not rated | 1,122 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Jesmond Infant School Forsyth Road , NE2 3DA | - not rated | 1,122 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Jesmond Primary School Tankerville Terrace , Jesmond NE2 3AJ | - not rated | 1,231 yd | Foundation 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 | 1,713 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 3out of 4 | 1,713 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 2,025 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Comprehensive School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | - not rated | 2,025 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesmond Park Academy Jesmond Park West , NE7 7DP | 3out of 4 | 2,209 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | 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 | 1,196 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 1,365 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmoor Middle School Benton Lane , West Moor NE12 7PT | - not rated | 4,230 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 | 3,780 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 3,965 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,015 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Solutions Academy Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 4,085 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,227 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King David School Culzean Park , Graham Park Road NE3 4BH | - not rated | 338 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eastcliffe School 33 the Grove , Gosforth NE3 1NE | - not rated | 442 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield School Oakfield Road , Gosforth NE3 4HS | - not rated | 666 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ascham House School 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 717 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Newcastle School for Boys 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 717 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basilico | Ist Floor, 47 High Street, Gosforth | 425 yd | |
| Little Aidan's | 2 Newlands Road | 500 yd | |
| Greyjoys | 75 High Street, Gosforth | 507 yd | |
| Wokify Express | 72 High Street, Gosforth | 583 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 99 High Street, Gosforth | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The County | 70 High Street, Gosforth | 543 yd | |
| South Northumberland Cricket Club | South Northumberland Cricket Club Roseworth Terrace, Gosforth | 554 yd | |
| Job Bulman | The Job Bulman Saint Nicholas Avenue, Gosforth | 643 yd | |
| Brandling Arms | 176 High Street, Gosforth | 835 yd | |
| Barca | 182 High Street, Gosforth | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cestra | 2A Hawthorn Road, Gosforth | 581 yd | |
| Papa John's | 74 High Street, Gosforth | 588 yd | |
| Greggs | 133 High Street, Gosforth | 657 yd | |
| Subway | 177 High Street, Gosforth | 859 yd | |
| Deli Espresso | 3A Salters Road, Gosforth | 971 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Culzean Park GRAHAM PARK ROAD | 303 yd | |
| Westfield School OAKFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 674 yd |
| Gosforth Central Park MOOR ROAD NORTH | tennis courts | 748 yd |
| Gosforth Lawn Tennis Club GOSFORTH LAWN TENNIS CLUB GOSFORTH LAWN TENNIS CLUB WEST AVENUE | tennis courts | 758 yd |
| The Gym (Newcastle Gosforth) 173-175 173-175 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 843 yd |
| La Sagesse School (Closed) North Jesmond Avenue | grass pitches | 961 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 | 193.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.