Briardene Crescent is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE3 4RX is located in the Gosforth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle upon Tyne Central. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Briardene Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 4RX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE3 4QJ, NE3 4QL, NE3 4SD, NE3 4RY, NE3 4QA, NE3 4RU, NE3 4QN, NE3 4QE, NE3 4PZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE3 4RX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 53.1% | 53.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 46.9% | 46.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 4RX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.3% 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 | 22.5% | 20% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.3% | 64.3% | 5.0% | 44.2% | 20.1% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 7.1% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 7.8% | -4.3% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.4% | 53.8% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 30% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 11.7% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 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.
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 62.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.2% | 10% | 1.8% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 6.9% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 6.2% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -7.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 10% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.7% | 62.9% | 7.2% | 33.8% | 29.1% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.3% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.1% | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 4.8% | 4.2% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 3.5% |
| Indian | 7.2% | 5.4% | -1.8% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 7.8% | 5.1% | -2.7% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 3.9% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 73.4% | 71% | -2.4% | 81.4% | -10.4% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 84.6% 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 | 80.9% | 84.6% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.1% | 10.9% | -2.2% | 5.6% | 5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 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 | 80.6% | 84.1% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 14.7% | 12.6% | 9.8% | 4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.8% | 0.6% | -12.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 13% | 6.5% | 6.5% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Briardene Crescent was 20.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.8% lower than the Fawdon & West Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Briardene Crescent has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 100 local areas in Fawdon & West Gosforth and the 104th lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Briardene Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2024-07-03 | £606,078 |
| 33 Briardene Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-05-05 | £401,520 |
| 73 Briardene Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £381,000 | 2020-10-21 | £486,641 |
| 11 Briardene Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2019-04-11 | £545,430 |
| 73 Briardene Crescent, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £316,000 | 2017-11-20 | £435,275 |
NE3 4RX 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 retired residents living in NE3 4RX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 43 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 3,835 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 4,183 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 4,336 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,438 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyndham Primary School Wyndsail Place , Gosforth NE3 4QP | - not rated | 227 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyndham Primary School Wyndsail Place , Kenton NE3 4QP | 3out of 4 | 227 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mountfield Primary School Kirkwood Drive , North Kenton NE3 3AT | - not rated | 1,015 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mountfield Primary School Kirkwood Drive , North Kenton NE3 3AT | 3out of 4 | 1,015 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mountfield Junior School Kirkwood Drive , North Kenton NE3 3AT | - not rated | 1,101 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 1,227 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 1,227 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth High School Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | - not rated | 1,893 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 3out of 4 | 1,893 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blakelaw School Firfield Road , NE5 3HU | - not rated | 1,899 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,271 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 1,963 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 2,465 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chevyside Middle School Yetholm Place , Westerhope NE5 4EB | - not rated | 3,171 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 | 3,410 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 3,999 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,146 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,246 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 5,059 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 | 4,713 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield School Oakfield Road , Gosforth NE3 4HS | - not rated | 787 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton Lodge School Kenton Road , Gosforth NE3 4PD | - not rated | 920 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Kenton Lodge School Kenton Road , NE3 4PD | - not rated | 920 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King David School Culzean Park , Graham Park Road NE3 4BH | - not rated | 1,148 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ascham House School 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 1,205 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perfect chef | 53 Arlington Avenue | 361 yd | |
| Brew and Bite | 27 Ashburton Road, Gosforth | 444 yd | |
| Ashfield Chinese Takeaway | 47 Ashfield Road, Gosforth | 465 yd | |
| Kents Garden | 33 Halewood Avenue | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peacock Inn | The Peacock Inn Arlington Avenue | 342 yd | |
| Duke Of Wellington | Duke Of Wellington Kenton Lane | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn's Deli | 165 Kenton Road | 432 yd | |
| Luv Ur Grub | Luv Ur Grub Carrfield Road | 1,036 yd | |
| The Spice Cottage | 2 Hutton Street, Gosforth | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Kenton Way Service Station Kenton Lane | 431 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wyndham School MONTAGU AVENUE | grass pitches | 233 yd |
| Westfield School OAKFIELD ROAD | tennis courts | 782 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 | 77.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.