West Avenue is in Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE3 4ES 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 West Avenue, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 4ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE3 4EU, NE3 1DB, NE3 4ET, NE3 4TZ, NE3 1HA, NE3 4HA, NE3 4EY, NE3 1DE, NE3 1HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE3 4ES, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 53.3% | 52.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 46.7% | 47.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 29.1% | 34.3% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 49.8% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 7% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 7.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 (85.9%) 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 | 65.1% | 59% | -6.1% | 48.4% | 10.6% |
| Good health | 25.8% | 26.9% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 7% | 12% | 5.0% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 4ES this area, 3.7% 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 69.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.7% | 3.7% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -14.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.8% | 6.4% | 3.6% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 5% | 7.3% | 2.3% | 13.4% | -6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 9.5% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 71.8% | 69.8% | -2.0% | 33.8% | 36.0% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% 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 | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93.3% | 90.7% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 86.3% 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 | 90.8% | 86.3% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 5.2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 5.4% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 86.7% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 8.1% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 2.1% | -4.4% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Avenue was 61.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.5% lower than the Fawdon & West Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
West Avenue has the 48th lowest crime rate of 99 local areas in Fawdon & West Gosforth and the 332nd lowest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat C 28 West Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £302,500 | 2024-11-22 | £315,727 |
| 24A West Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2023-12-07 | £534,425 |
| 14A West Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-06-23 | £392,543 |
| Flat 1 1 West Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-06-10 | £308,427 |
| Flat 2 1 West Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-06-10 | £297,211 |
NE3 4ES area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 4ES 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.
The percentage of student residents living in NE3 4ES 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 | 119 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 57 |
| Education | 35 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Real estate activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 4,429 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 5,081 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archibald First School Archibald Street , Gosforth NE3 1EB | 4out of 4 | 284 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles' Catholic Primary School Regent Farm Road , Gosforth NE3 3HE | - not rated | 859 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange First School Norham Road , Gosforth NE3 2NP | 3out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Gosforth First School Alnmouth Drive , South Gosforth NE3 1YF | 3out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Runcie CofE First School Christon Road , Gosforth NE3 1US | 3out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 991 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Park Academy Knightsbridge, Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 2JH | - not rated | 1,003 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 2,126 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 2out of 4 | 2,250 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesmond Park Academy Jesmond Park West , NE7 7DP | 1out of 4 | 2,780 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 | 4out of 4 | 448 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 805 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 1,420 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 4,414 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,678 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,996 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle School for Boys 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 58 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Westfield School Oakfield Road , Gosforth NE3 4HS | - not rated | 744 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Northern Counties School Tankerville Terrace , Jesmond NE2 3BB | 3out of 4 | 2,128 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopespring Newcastle Chesters Avenue (on corner of Aydon Gardens) , Longbenton NE12 8UZ | - not rated | 2,207 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 4out of 4 | 2,244 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | 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 | 4 yd | |
| Bar Luga | Barluga West Avenue, Gosforth | 4 yd | |
| 1901 Cafe Deli | Olivias, Trinity Church High Street, Gosforth | 142 yd | |
| Osters | 125 High Street, Gosforth | 149 yd | |
| Pepe’s Piri Piri | 129 - 131 High Street, Gosforth | 150 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The County | 70 High Street, Gosforth | 225 yd | |
| Job Bulman | The Job Bulman Saint Nicholas Avenue, Gosforth | 234 yd | |
| Brandling Arms | 176 High Street, Gosforth | 258 yd | |
| South Northumberland Cricket Club | South Northumberland Cricket Club Roseworth Terrace, Gosforth | 264 yd | |
| Gosforth Empire Club And Institute | 32 - 34 Salters Road, Gosforth | 266 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 133 High Street, Gosforth | 150 yd | |
| Cestra | 2A Hawthorn Road, Gosforth | 179 yd | |
| Papa John's | 74 High Street, Gosforth | 202 yd | |
| Subway | 177 High Street, Gosforth | 243 yd | |
| Deli Espresso | 3A Salters Road, Gosforth | 302 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | M&s Food Hall Great North Road, Gosforth | 892 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd Great North Road, Gosforth | 1,023 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Lawn Tennis Club GOSFORTH LAWN TENNIS CLUB GOSFORTH LAWN TENNIS CLUB WEST AVENUE | tennis courts | 200 yd |
| The Gym (Newcastle Gosforth) 173-175 173-175 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 223 yd |
| Gosforth Central Park MOOR ROAD NORTH | tennis courts | 378 yd |
| Culzean Park GRAHAM PARK ROAD | 420 yd | |
| Gosforth Junior High School (Closed) Jubilee Road | grass pitches | 499 yd |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy REGENT AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 502 yd |
| Gosforth Leisure Centre REGENT FARM ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 709 yd |
| Gosforth Central Middle School GREAT NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| Westfield School OAKFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 809 yd |
| Coxlodge Community Centre JUBILEE ROAD | grass pitches | 927 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 | 152.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.