Back Hawthorn Road West is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE3 4DP 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 Back Hawthorn Road West, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 4DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE3 4DS, NE3 4DN, NE3 4EY, NE3 4DT, NE3 4EA, NE3 4DQ, NE3 4HD, NE3 4EX, NE3 4HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE3 4DP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 55.6% | 53.5% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 44.4% | 46.5% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 4DP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% 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 | 20.4% | 20% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 59% | 4.7% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 4.4% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -4.7% |
| Widowed | 16% | 14.6% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 8.5% |
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 | 54.8% | 61.5% | 6.7% | 48.4% | 13.1% |
| Good health | 25.2% | 21.5% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -12.1% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 12% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 3.5% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 57.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 15.3% | 0.6% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.4% | 2.8% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.3% | 8.8% | 0.5% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 10.9% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.1% | 57.2% | -2.9% | 33.8% | 23.4% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.3% | 91% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 92.5% | 89.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 3% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 3.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 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 | 90.4% | 89.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 5.3% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 2.5% | -4.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.9% | 37.2% | -9.3% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Jewish | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Back Hawthorn Road West was 11.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.5% lower than the Dene & South Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Back Hawthorn Road West has the 8th lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Dene & South Gosforth and the 35th lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Cottage Back Hawthorn Road West, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 1997-06-27 | £441,978 |
| The White Cottage Back Hawthorn Road West, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 1995-11-16 | £520,061 |
NE3 4DP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NE3 4DP 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 NE3 4DP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Education | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| 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 | 4,239 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,890 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 4,977 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 5,277 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 | 462 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles' RC Primary School Regent Farm Road , Gosforth NE3 3HE | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles' Catholic Primary School Regent Farm Road , Gosforth NE3 3HE | 3out of 4 | 1,029 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Gosforth First School Alnmouth Drive , South Gosforth NE3 1YF | 3out of 4 | 1,129 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange First School Norham Road , Gosforth NE3 2NP | 3out of 4 | 1,273 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,176 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 3out of 4 | 1,176 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 2,195 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 2,195 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 2,212 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 | 576 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 3out of 4 | 629 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 989 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 1,610 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westmoor Middle School Benton Lane , West Moor NE12 7PT | - not rated | 4,058 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 | 4,232 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,251 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,428 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,493 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,847 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 138 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Newcastle School for Boys 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 138 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| King David School Culzean Park , Graham Park Road NE3 4BH | - not rated | 356 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eastcliffe School 33 the Grove , Gosforth NE3 1NE | - not rated | 535 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield School Oakfield Road , Gosforth NE3 4HS | - not rated | 556 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain Ted's | Captain Ted's West Avenue, Gosforth | 242 yd | |
| Bar Luga | Barluga West Avenue, Gosforth | 242 yd | |
| Greyjoys | 75 High Street, Gosforth | 310 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 99 High Street, Gosforth | 313 yd | |
| Gosforth Traders | 151 - 153 Salters Road, Gosforth | 332 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The County | 70 High Street, Gosforth | 340 yd | |
| South Northumberland Cricket Club | South Northumberland Cricket Club Roseworth Terrace, Gosforth | 397 yd | |
| Job Bulman | The Job Bulman Saint Nicholas Avenue, Gosforth | 417 yd | |
| Gosforth Empire Club And Institute | 32 - 34 Salters Road, Gosforth | 452 yd | |
| Brandling Arms | 176 High Street, Gosforth | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cestra | 2A Hawthorn Road, Gosforth | 313 yd | |
| Greggs | 133 High Street, Gosforth | 342 yd | |
| Papa John's | 74 High Street, Gosforth | 349 yd | |
| Subway | 177 High Street, Gosforth | 483 yd | |
| Deli Espresso | 3A Salters Road, Gosforth | 533 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Lawn Tennis Club GOSFORTH LAWN TENNIS CLUB GOSFORTH LAWN TENNIS CLUB WEST AVENUE | tennis courts | 125 yd |
| Culzean Park GRAHAM PARK ROAD | 384 yd | |
| The Gym (Newcastle Gosforth) 173-175 173-175 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 464 yd |
| Westfield School OAKFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 574 yd |
| Gosforth Junior High School (Closed) Jubilee Road | grass pitches | 579 yd |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy REGENT AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 580 yd |
| Gosforth Central Park MOOR ROAD NORTH | tennis courts | 584 yd |
| Gosforth Leisure Centre REGENT FARM ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 877 yd |
| Coxlodge Community Centre JUBILEE ROAD | grass pitches | 953 yd |
| Gosforth Central Middle School GREAT NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.