Newlands Avenue is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE3 5PY 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 Newlands Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 5PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE3 5LQ, NE3 5QR, NE3 5QD, NE3 5LN, NE3 5PX, NE3 5QS, NE3 5QP, NE3 5LH, NE3 5LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE3 5PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.6% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50% | 49.4% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 5PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.8% 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 | 21.3% | 19.8% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.4% | 68.8% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 24.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -5.9% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 49.7% | 57.2% | 7.5% | 48.4% | 8.8% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 29.1% | -9.7% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 10% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 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.
In the area around NE3 5PY 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 62.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.9% | 7% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.4% | 6.3% | 0.9% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 9% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 9% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.4% | 62.9% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 29.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 5.4% | 4.4% | -1.0% | 3.1% | 1.3% |
| Pakistani | 3.5% | 0.9% | -2.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 88.1% | 86.8% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 5.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 92.9% | 91.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 4.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 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 | 92.9% | 91.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.8% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 0% | -6.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 76.7% | 15.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.5% | 37.2% | -6.7% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newlands Avenue was 79.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.2% lower than the Fawdon & West Gosforth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newlands Avenue has the 46th highest crime rate of 99 local areas in Fawdon & West Gosforth and the 414th lowest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 800.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Newlands Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2023-10-20 | £451,365 |
| 71 Newlands Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2022-04-08 | £517,187 |
| 58 Newlands Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2020-10-02 | £478,898 |
| 61 Newlands Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2019-11-15 | £458,746 |
| 66 Newlands Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2014-07-25 | £501,829 |
NE3 5PY 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 5PY 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 | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Park First School Broadway East , Gosforth NE3 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 765 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadway East First School Broadway East , Gosforth NE3 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 765 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's RC Primary School Hartford Road , Gosforth NE3 5LE | 4out of 4 | 884 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange First School Norham Road , Gosforth NE3 2NP | 3out of 4 | 1,519 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles' Catholic Primary School Regent Farm Road , Gosforth NE3 3HE | - not rated | 1,673 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,437 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,447 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 2,567 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 2out of 4 | 2,987 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Stephenson High School Southgate , Killingworth NE12 6SA | 2out of 4 | 3,570 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 | 1,019 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 1,673 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 4out of 4 | 1,982 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 | 2,014 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle School for Boys 30 West Avenue , NE3 4ES | - not rated | 2,457 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Benton Dene School Hailsham Avenue , NE12 8FD | 3out of 4 | 3,037 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield School Oakfield Road , Gosforth NE3 4HS | - not rated | 3,131 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Percy Hedley Hedleys College Station Road , Forest Hall NE12 8YY | - not rated | 3,438 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Of Newcastle Golf Club | City Of Newcastle Golf Club Great North Road, Gosforth | 920 yd | |
| Brunton Park Tandoori Takeaway | 19 Princes Road, Brunton Park | 952 yd | |
| Bunns of Brunton | 23 Princes Road, Brunton Park | 959 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Football Club Limited MACRACKEN PARK MACRACKEN PARK GREAT NORTH ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 457 yd |
| Axis Fitness MACRACKEN PARK MACRACKEN PARK GREAT NORTH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 457 yd |
| Gosforth Park First School BROADWAY EAST | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| Bohemians Association Football And Tennis Club South Ridge | grass pitches, tennis courts | 776 yd |
| Gosforth Golf Club GOSFORTH GOLF CLUB GOSFORTH GOLF CLUB BROADWAY EAST | golf | 783 yd |
| City Of Newcastle Golf Club GREAT NORTH ROAD | golf | 868 yd |
| Gosforth East Middle School HAREWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,023 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 | 69 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.