Mill Lane is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE4 6TB is located in the Elswick 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 Mill Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 6TB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE4 6PU, NE4 6TE, NE4 6PR, NE4 6XP, NE4 6TH, NE4 6XN, NE4 6UX, NE4 6XL, NE4 6UU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE4 6TB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 53.8% | 48.9% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 46.2% | 51.1% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE4 6TB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.6% | 46.5% | 11.9% | 37.9% | 8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 42.6% | -11.1% | 44.2% | -1.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 3.9% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.5% | 44.3% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 31.5% | -4.9% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 14% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6.4% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 3.8% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 NE4 6TB this area, 33.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.4% | 33.7% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 15.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 16.3% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 10.7% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 13.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 20.5% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 10.2% | 4.2% | -6.0% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 20% 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 | 56.2% | 52.7% | -3.5% | 1.1% | 51.6% |
| Chinese | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 4.9% | 3.2% | -1.7% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 2.8% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 29.7% | 20% | -9.7% | 81.4% | -61.4% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% | 6.0% |
| Other | 0.2% | 4.5% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 2.9% |
In this area, 52.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.3% | 52.3% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -30.9% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 7.2% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 32.5% | 35.2% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 29.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61.3% | 52.7% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -30.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 33.3% | 31.1% | 9.8% | 23.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 4.3% | 0.8% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 7.2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 5.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 26.6% | 2.6% | -24.0% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 7% | 1.2% | 5.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 11.5% | 37.2% | -25.7% |
| Christian | 13.4% | 46.2% | -32.8% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 69.7% | 6.5% | 63.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Lane was 126.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.5% lower than the Elswick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mill Lane has the 6th lowest crime rate of 15 local areas in Elswick and the 307th highest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Mill Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2016-05-13 | £128,708 |
| 43 Mill Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2016-05-06 | £153,890 |
| 55 Mill Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £22,950 | 2005-09-26 | £28,799 |
The percentage of student residents living in NE4 6TB 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 | 63 |
| Looking after home or family | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Other | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Unemployed | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 531 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 819 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove , Bensham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 2,856 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorn Primary School Park Close , Westgate NE4 6SB | 3out of 4 | 509 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westgate Hill Primary Academy Beaconsfield Street , NE4 5JN | 1out of 4 | 618 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's RC Primary School Clumber Street North , Elswick NE4 7RE | 1out of 4 | 719 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Johns Primary School Teindland Close , Benwell NE4 8HE | 3out of 4 | 938 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Victoria Street , NE4 7JU | 3out of 4 | 940 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callerton Academy Blandford Street , NE1 3BT | - not rated | 1,294 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | 4out of 4 | 1,801 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| North East Futures UTC Stephenson Square , NE1 3AS | - not rated | 1,960 yd | University technical college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 4out of 4 | 2,459 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Kingsmeadow Community Comprehensive School Market Lane , Dunston NE11 9NX | 3out of 4 | 2,563 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 4,807 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 5,167 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 1,233 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Solutions Academy Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 1,286 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 3,189 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 | 3,302 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bahr Academy 72 Sceptre Street , NE4 6PR | - not rated | 196 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Newcastle Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | 3out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Post 16 Solutions Ltd. Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 1,286 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Allan's Senior School Fowberry Crescent , Fenham NE4 9YJ | - not rated | 1,557 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 1,768 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Dragon | 1 Bentinck Crescent | 187 yd | |
| MIRCHI & MASALA Ltd | 165 Elswick Road | 242 yd | |
| MIRCHI MASALA | Charlton House, 135 Elswick Road | 324 yd | |
| Bindi | 2 Normanton Terrace | 334 yd | |
| Baban Shawarma & Grill House | 1a Mill Lane | 353 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentinck Sports & Social Club | Bentinck Sports & Social Club, 3 - 4 Bentinck Villas, Bentinck Road | 281 yd | |
| Paradise A Lounge | 231 Elswick Road | 331 yd | |
| Al Amran Catering Ltd | 62 Bentinck Road | 350 yd | |
| Newcastle Dance Centre | 36 - 38 Grainger Park Road | 406 yd | |
| Metropolitan Bar | 137 Westmorland Road | 774 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Restaurant | 3 - 4 Graingerville South, Westgate Road | 364 yd | |
| Hyderabadi spice up | 429A Westgate Road | 399 yd | |
| Earth Natural Nutrition | 9 Somerset Place | 500 yd | |
| Kareems Grill | 50 Crossley Terrace | 624 yd | |
| Sinbad | 284A Stanhope Street | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Mill Lane | 247 yd | |
| Jollof Food Store | 399 Westgate Road | 391 yd | |
| Iceland | 253 Stanhope Street | 777 yd | |
| Georgia's Filipino & Oriental Food Supply | 482 Elswick Road | 853 yd | |
| Back Home International | Ground Floor, 289 Westgate Road | 900 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Lane Youth Centre (Closed) Sceptre Street | 129 yd | |
| Elswick Park & Pool (Closed) Beech Grove Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 397 yd |
| Hawthorn Primary School (Closed) PARK CLOSE | grass pitches | 466 yd |
| Eagles Community Arena SCOTSWOOD ROAD | 878 yd | |
| The Turf @ St Johns (St Johns Primary) TEINDLAND CLOSE | artificial grass pitch | 990 yd |
| Murray House Community Centre (Closed) Murray House Murray House Diana Street | 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 | 94.1% |
| 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 | 44.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.