Queensway is in Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE3 5NS 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 Queensway, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 5NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE3 5NX, NE3 5TS, NE3 5NU, NE3 5NT, NE3 5NY, NE3 5TP, NE3 5TN, NE3 5TQ, NE3 5NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE3 5NS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.3% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.7% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 5NS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.4% 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 | 21.4% | 22.4% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 66.4% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 22.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -5.7% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.1%) 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 | 52.9% | 53.5% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 5.1% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 33.6% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 9.4% | -6.1% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 5NS this area, 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 60.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.2% | 7% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 8.7% | 1.3% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 10.4% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.8% | 60.4% | 3.6% | 33.8% | 26.6% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 95.8% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.6% | 95.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 95.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.9% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Queensway was 3.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 97.1% lower than the Fawdon & West Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Queensway has the lowest crime rate of 99 local areas in Fawdon & West Gosforth and the 4th lowest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Queensway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2024-12-06 | £555,238 |
| 10 Queensway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £261,750 | 2021-01-08 | £334,230 |
| 13 Queensway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2020-11-19 | £375,083 |
| 15 Queensway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £363,000 | 2020-08-14 | £470,307 |
| 18 Queensway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2019-08-05 | £476,791 |
NE3 5NS 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 5NS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunton First School Roseden Way , Newcastle Great Park NE13 9BD | 3out of 4 | 848 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Park First School Broadway East , Gosforth NE3 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,555 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadway East First School Broadway East , Gosforth NE3 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,555 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's RC Primary School Hartford Road , Gosforth NE3 5LE | 4out of 4 | 1,664 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange First School Norham Road , Gosforth NE3 2NP | 3out of 4 | 1,780 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 | 1,898 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,910 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 2out of 4 | 3,433 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 3,612 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Gosforth Academy Dudley Lane , Seaton Burn NE13 6EJ | 1out of 4 | 3,714 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,810 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 2,354 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 4out of 4 | 2,430 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,935 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Hopespring Newcastle Chesters Avenue (on corner of Aydon Gardens) , Longbenton NE12 8UZ | - not rated | 3,107 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 4out of 4 | 3,431 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield School Oakfield Road , Gosforth NE3 4HS | - not rated | 3,511 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| ID Academy 3-5 Brenkley Way , Seaton Burn NE13 6DS | - not rated | 3,924 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | 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 | 270 yd | |
| Bunns of Brunton | 23 Princes Road, Brunton Park | 279 yd | |
| Northumberland Golf Club | Northumberland Golf Club High Gosforth Park | 826 yd | |
| Mimis Ice Cream Emporium | Unit 3 Rotary Way | 943 yd | |
| Costa | Unit 1 Rotary Way | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falcons Nest Vintage Inn | Falcons Nest Vintage Inn Rotary Way | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 2 Rotary Way | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | Asda Petrol Filling Station Rotary Way | 995 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bohemians Association Football And Tennis Club South Ridge | grass pitches, tennis courts | 693 yd |
| Northern Football Club Limited MACRACKEN PARK MACRACKEN PARK GREAT NORTH ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 770 yd |
| Axis Fitness MACRACKEN PARK MACRACKEN PARK GREAT NORTH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 770 yd |
| Northumberland Golf Club High Gosforth Park | golf | 830 yd |
| The Grand Hotel (Newcastle Gosforth Park) | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 993 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.