Beckside Gardens is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE5 1BQ is located in the Chapel 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 Beckside Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 1BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE5 1BR, NE15 9SQ, NE5 1BN, NE5 1BP, NE15 9SJ, NE5 1BL, NE5 1AF, NE15 9SH, NE15 9SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE5 1BQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 46.7% | 49% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 53.3% | 51% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 NE5 1BQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.1% 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 | 19.9% | 19.1% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.4% | 65.1% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 20.9% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 9.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 44.9% | 45.1% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 30% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 19% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.9% | 16.4% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 8.5% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 7.5% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 10.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 17.8% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 34.7% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 5.4% | 4.7% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 98.2% | 99.2% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 99.2% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 61.7% | 46.2% | 15.5% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beckside Gardens was 118.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 128.9% higher than the Chapel average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Beckside Gardens has the 12th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Chapel and the 330th highest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 237.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Beckside Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-07-12 | £427,692 |
| 20 Beckside Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2024-07-05 | £267,225 |
| 44 Beckside Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-06-28 | £308,175 |
| 10 Beckside Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-03-26 | £174,744 |
| 17 Beckside Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2023-06-30 | £244,070 |
NE5 1BQ 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 NE5 1BQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 4out of 4 | 1,402 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knop Law Primary School Hillhead Parkway , Chapel House NE5 1DS | 4out of 4 | 397 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milecastle Primary School Hillhead Parkway , Chapel House NE5 1LH | 3out of 4 | 814 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney RC Primary School Hillhead Road , West Denton NE5 1DN | 4out of 4 | 943 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbottle Village Primary School The Green , Walbottle Village NE15 8JL | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School The Green , Walbottle Village NE15 8JL | - not rated | 970 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walbottle Academy Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 1,420 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Studio West West Denton Way , West Denton NE5 2SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,727 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 4out of 4 | 3,659 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 4out of 4 | 3,704 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorp Academy Main Road , NE40 3AH | 3out of 4 | 4,327 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 4,832 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,092 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot House Trust Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 8HW | 2out of 4 | 1,128 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 3out of 4 | 2,096 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 1out of 4 | 2,096 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 4,350 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Post 16 Solutions Ltd. Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 4,832 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raj-Bari Restaurant | 7 Hillhead Parkway Shopping Centre, Chapel House | 515 yd | |
| The Clay Oven | 5 Hillhead Parkway Shopping Centre, Chapel House | 549 yd | |
| Coffee on the Corner | 1, Allerdale House Allerdale Drive | 787 yd | |
| Ma’ida Table Spread | Hexham Road | 794 yd | |
| Walbotl Coffee House | Unit 1, Co-op Buildings Hexham Road | 795 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blutcher & District Social Club | Blucher And District Social Club Hexham Road | 244 yd | |
| The Bear and Barrel | 8 Hillhead Parkway Shopping Centre, Chapel House | 525 yd | |
| The Peregrine | The Peregrine Hillhead Road | 749 yd | |
| Percy Arms | Percy Arms Percy Way, Walbottle | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Lee Chinese Takeaway | 5 Coquet Buildings, Blucher | 291 yd | |
| Chapel Chippy | 3 Hillhead Parkway Shopping Centre, Chapel House | 539 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 1 Hillhead Parkway Shopping Centre, Chapel House | 525 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 9 Chapel House Drive, West Denton | 622 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express Hillhead Parkway, Chapel House | 641 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trojan Gym (Closed) The Old Coop Buildings The Old Coop Buildings Hexham Road | health and fitness suite | 793 yd |
| West Denton Indoor Bowls Club WEST DENTON INDOOR BOWLS CLUB WEST DENTON INDOOR BOWLS CLUB HILLHEAD ROAD | indoor bowls | 841 yd |
| St. John Vianney Rc Primary School HILLHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 861 yd |
| West Denton Primary School HILLHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 920 yd |
| Lemington Middle School (Closed) West Denton Road | grass pitches | 1,048 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 | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.