Great North Road is in Brunton Park, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE3 5LX is located in the Parklands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle upon Tyne North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Great North Road, Brunton Park, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 5LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE3 5ND, NE3 5PT, NE3 5QA, NE3 5NL, NE3 5NH, NE3 2ED, NE3 5NB, NE3 2AW, NE3 2EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE3 5LX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 52.3% | 48.7% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 47.7% | 51.3% | 3.6% | 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 5LX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70.6% 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 | 19.5% | 19.8% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.5% | 70.6% | 2.1% | 44.2% | 26.4% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 3.6% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -5.5% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 4.4% | -3.5% | 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 | 50.2% | 56.2% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 7.8% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 27.5% | -7.2% | 33.6% | -6.1% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 13.7% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 5LX this area, 6.4% 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 53.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 6.4% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.6% | 4.8% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 13.7% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 12.4% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.7% | 53.8% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 20.0% |
| Other | 4.5% | 4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 1.1% | 2.8% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 5.9% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 2.8% |
| Pakistani | 5% | 2% | -3.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 81.4% | 83.6% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 2.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.6% 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 | 87.9% | 88.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 5.9% | -1.8% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.3% | 88.6% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.5% | 9.2% | 9.8% | -0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.4% | 0.3% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.7% | 37.2% | -8.5% |
| Christian | 55.7% | 46.2% | 9.5% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 5.9% | 6.5% | -0.6% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Great North Road was 53.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.6% lower than the Fawdon & West Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Great North Road has the 45th lowest crime rate of 99 local areas in Fawdon & West Gosforth and the 295th lowest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 100.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Great North Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-11-19 | £447,084 |
| 55 Great North Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-03-15 | £432,210 |
| 15 Great North Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-11-25 | £411,105 |
| 33 Great North Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2020-10-09 | £511,162 |
| 13 Great North Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-06-26 | £338,183 |
NE3 5LX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 5LX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Park First School Broadway East , Gosforth NE3 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadway East First School Broadway East , Gosforth NE3 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's RC Primary School Hartford Road , Gosforth NE3 5LE | 4out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunton First School Roseden Way , Newcastle Great Park NE13 9BD | 3out of 4 | 1,397 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange First School Norham Road , Gosforth NE3 2NP | 3out of 4 | 1,438 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Park Academy Knightsbridge, Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 2JH | - not rated | 1,479 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,491 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 3,047 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 2out of 4 | 3,404 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 2out of 4 | 3,572 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 1,873 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 4out of 4 | 2,035 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopespring Newcastle Chesters Avenue (on corner of Aydon Gardens) , Longbenton NE12 8UZ | - not rated | 2,538 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle School for Boys 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 2,539 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Westfield School Oakfield Road , Gosforth NE3 4HS | - not rated | 3,165 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 4out of 4 | 3,400 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton Dene School Hailsham Avenue , NE12 8FD | 3out of 4 | 3,621 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunton Park Tandoori Takeaway | 19 Princes Road, Brunton Park | 367 yd | |
| Bunns of Brunton | 23 Princes Road, Brunton Park | 373 yd | |
| City Of Newcastle Golf Club | City Of Newcastle Golf Club Great North Road, Gosforth | 873 yd | |
| Northumberland Golf Club | Northumberland Golf Club High Gosforth Park | 1,056 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Football Club Limited MACRACKEN PARK MACRACKEN PARK GREAT NORTH ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 209 yd |
| Axis Fitness MACRACKEN PARK MACRACKEN PARK GREAT NORTH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 209 yd |
| Bohemians Association Football And Tennis Club South Ridge | grass pitches, tennis courts | 348 yd |
| City Of Newcastle Golf Club GREAT NORTH ROAD | golf | 774 yd |
| Gosforth Park First School BROADWAY EAST | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Northumberland Golf Club High Gosforth Park | golf | 1,061 yd |
| Gosforth Golf Club GOSFORTH GOLF CLUB GOSFORTH GOLF CLUB BROADWAY EAST | golf | 1,074 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 | 73.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 154.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 154.2 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.01 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.