Adelaide Terrace is in Benwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE4 8BD 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 Adelaide Terrace, Benwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 8BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE4 8BB, NE4 8BL, NE4 8BZ, NE4 8DA, NE4 8QJ, NE4 8BN, NE4 8BY, NE4 8QA, NE4 8BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE4 8BD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 51.4% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 45.3% | 48.6% | 3.3% | 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 area around NE4 8BD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.2% 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 | 42.9% | 54.2% | 11.3% | 37.9% | 16.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 35.7% | 1.2% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 1.3% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 4.8% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 4% | -4.9% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 33.2% | 46.2% | 13.0% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 30.4% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 16.4% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 10.2% | 5.2% | -5.0% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 8BD this area, 35.8% 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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 53.7% | 35.8% | -17.9% | 18.2% | 17.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 15% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 9.7% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.9% | 9.3% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 19% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 5.9% | 5.8% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 3.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 54.8% 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 | 5.1% | 14.5% | 9.4% | 1.1% | 13.4% |
| Indian | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 11.2% | 9.6% | 2.5% | 8.7% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 85.9% | 54.8% | -31.1% | 81.4% | -26.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.1% | 2.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 64.5% 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 | 90.2% | 64.5% | -25.7% | 83.2% | -18.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 13.5% | 12.3% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 10.1% | 8.5% | 2.7% | 7.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7% | 11.3% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 5.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 64.1% | -26.1% | 83.2% | -19.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 14.6% | 11.9% | 9.8% | 4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 9.4% | 7.8% | 2.9% | 6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 8.5% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 6.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.7% | 76.7% | -23.0% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 4% | 0.9% | 3.1% |
| Other EU countries | 4.9% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| North Africa | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4.3% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.5% | 37.2% | -7.7% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 24.6% | 6.5% | 18.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Adelaide Terrace was 40.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.2% lower than the Benwell & Scotswood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Adelaide Terrace has the 8th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Benwell & Scotswood and the 250th lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bond Memorial Church Adelaide Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2022-10-07 | £88,848 |
| 54 Adelaide Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £13,000 | 2018-02-16 | £15,495 |
| 50 Adelaide Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2003-04-07 | £154,323 |
| 52 Adelaide Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2000-12-07 | £92,964 |
The percentage of student residents living in NE4 8BD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Other | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 403 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 1,331 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 1,506 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 1,555 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove and Carr Hill Road , Bensham and Deckham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 3,612 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Newcastle Academy Off Armstrong Road , NE4 8QP | - not rated | 237 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canning Street Primary School Wellfield Road , NE4 8PA | 3out of 4 | 322 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Primary Academy Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | 3out of 4 | 431 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Primary School Atkinson Road , NE4 8XT | - not rated | 431 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Johns Primary School Teindland Close , Benwell NE4 8HE | 3out of 4 | 497 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield College Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 561 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Gate Community College West Road , NE4 9LU | - not rated | 863 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rutherford School West Road , NE4 9LU | - not rated | 863 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denton Park Middle School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2NW | - not rated | 3,809 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lemington Middle School West Denton Road , NE15 7LS | - not rated | 4,060 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chevyside Middle School Yetholm Place , Westerhope NE5 4EB | - not rated | 4,446 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Park Middle School Granville Drive , Chapel Park NE5 1SH | - not rated | 4,960 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High School Jubilee Road , Gosforth NE3 1DY | - not rated | 5,052 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 | 564 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 2,071 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 2,145 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 2,228 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,222 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 | 2,277 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield College Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 561 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Post 16 Solutions Limited Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 564 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Newcastle Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | 2out of 4 | 598 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 598 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Condercum House School Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 598 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bites of India / Wings'N More | 54 Adelaide Terrace | 10 yd | |
| China Star | 89 Adelaide Terrace | 28 yd | |
| Triple Five | 1st Floor, 95 - 109 Adelaide Terrace | 64 yd | |
| Tchibo Cafe | 69 - 71 Adelaide Terrace | 75 yd | |
| Culture Restaurant and Bar | 70 Adelaide Terrace | 113 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Social Club | Westfield House Westgate Road | 770 yd | |
| Newcastle Dance Centre | 36 - 38 Grainger Park Road | 774 yd | |
| Al Amran Catering Ltd | 62 Bentinck Road | 866 yd | |
| Paradise A Lounge | 231 Elswick Road | 946 yd | |
| Bentinck Sports & Social Club | Bentinck Sports & Social Club, 3 - 4 Bentinck Villas, Bentinck Road | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Fish Bar | 87 Adelaide Terrace | 27 yd | |
| Star Pizza | 105 Adelaide Terrace | 64 yd | |
| Freds Pizza And Kebabs | 125 Adelaide Terrace | 144 yd | |
| Chin Chin Chinese takeaway | 127 Adelaide Terrace | 152 yd | |
| Dixy Chicken | Unit 12 The Adelaide Centre Adelaide Terrace | 152 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda The Adelaide Centre Adelaide Terrace | 152 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland The Adelaide Centre Adelaide Terrace | 152 yd | |
| Georgia's Filipino & Oriental Food Supply | 482 Elswick Road | 311 yd | |
| Tesco | Esso Service Station, 101 West Road | 779 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Turf @ St Johns (St Johns Primary) TEINDLAND CLOSE | artificial grass pitch | 396 yd |
| Atkinson Road Primary Academy ATKINSON ROAD | grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Trinity Academy Newcastle (Oakfield) CONDERCUM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 569 yd |
| Norwich Place BILBROUGH GARDENS | grass pitches | 682 yd |
| Centre For Sport West Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 826 yd |
| Soccerworld Newcastle WESTGATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE WESTGATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE WEST ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 880 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.