Hillhead Parkway is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE5 1LF 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 Hillhead Parkway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 1LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE5 1DQ, NE5 1JZ, NE5 1EB, NE5 1DU, NE5 1ED, NE5 1JG, NE5 1JF, NE5 1AQ, NE5 1EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE5 1LF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% | 55% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 4.0% |
| Male | 44.9% | 45% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -4.0% |
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 1LF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 26.1% | 23.3% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 51.9% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 10.5% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 12% | 11.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.3% | 37.4% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 30.8% | -4.9% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 18.2% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 8.9% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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.
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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.4% | 27.2% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 11.9% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 10.8% | -8.0% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 10.4% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 13.8% | -0.7% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 20.1% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 5.6% | 2.2% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 99% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 97.7% | 98.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 63.6% | 46.2% | 17.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillhead Parkway was 52.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.2% lower than the Callerton & Throckley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hillhead Parkway has the 34th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Callerton & Throckley and the 322nd lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 100.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Hillhead Parkway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2019-03-19 | £271,954 |
| 2 Hillhead Parkway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2006-08-24 | £253,864 |
| 6 Hillhead Parkway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2001-07-01 | £255,228 |
| 8 Hillhead Parkway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £64,000 | 1999-02-19 | £233,621 |
| 4 Hillhead Parkway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £71,500 | 1996-10-04 | £302,521 |
NE5 1LF 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 1LF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 123 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,119 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 3,766 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 4,718 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milecastle Primary School Hillhead Parkway , Chapel House NE5 1LH | 3out of 4 | 397 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milecastle Primary School Hillhead Parkway , Chapel House NE5 1LH | - not rated | 397 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney RC Primary School Hillhead Road , West Denton NE5 1DN | - not rated | 428 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, West Denton Hillhead Road , West Denton NE5 1DN | 3out of 4 | 428 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knop Law Primary School Hillhead Parkway , Chapel House NE5 1DS | - not rated | 470 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Denton High School West Denton Way , NE5 2SZ | - not rated | 1,083 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Studio West West Denton Way , West Denton NE5 2SZ | - not rated | 1,083 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints College West Denton Way , NE5 2SZ | - not rated | 1,083 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbottle Academy Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | 3out of 4 | 1,926 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbottle Campus Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 1,991 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel House Middle School Chadderton Drive , West Denton NE5 1EL | - not rated | 514 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Park Middle School Granville Drive , Chapel Park NE5 1SH | - not rated | 543 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lemington Middle School West Denton Road , NE15 7LS | - not rated | 1,072 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Park Middle School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2NW | - not rated | 1,480 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chevyside Middle School Yetholm Place , Westerhope NE5 4EB | - not rated | 2,283 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 | 4,457 yd | Academy 16-19 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 | 2,954 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkway School Hillhead Parkway , West Denton NE5 1DP | - not rated | 216 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's School Hillhead Parkway , West Denton NE5 1DP | - not rated | 216 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Hillhead Parkway , NE5 1DS | - not rated | 256 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Hillhead Parkway , West Denton NE5 1DS | - not rated | 256 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 3out of 4 | 1,443 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clay Oven | 5 Hillhead Parkway Shopping Centre, Chapel House | 212 yd | |
| Coffee on the Corner | 1, Allerdale House Allerdale Drive | 223 yd | |
| Raj-Bari Restaurant | 7 Hillhead Parkway Shopping Centre, Chapel House | 228 yd | |
| West Denton Indoor Bowls Centre | Community Day Centre Hillhead Road | 520 yd | |
| Dragon City | Dragon Pearl, 124 The Roman Way, West Denton | 838 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bear and Barrel | 8 Hillhead Parkway Shopping Centre, Chapel House | 232 yd | |
| The Peregrine | The Peregrine Hillhead Road | 599 yd | |
| Blutcher & District Social Club | Blucher And District Social Club Hexham Road | 843 yd | |
| The Chapel Park Public House | The Chapel Park Hartburn Drive | 912 yd | |
| West Denton Social Club | West Denton Social Club West Denton Way, West Denton | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Chippy | 3 Hillhead Parkway Shopping Centre, Chapel House | 210 yd | |
| Mr Lee Chinese Takeaway | 5 Coquet Buildings, Blucher | 897 yd | |
| Malt And Salt | 60 Downend Road, Westerhope | 979 yd | |
| Thompsons Deli | 52A Downend Road, Westerhope | 992 yd | |
| Liam's Pizza | 48 Downend Road, Westerhope | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express Hillhead Parkway, Chapel House | 196 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 1 Hillhead Parkway Shopping Centre, Chapel House | 209 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 9 Chapel House Drive, West Denton | 478 yd | |
| Londis Chapel Park | Londis Greenway, Chapel Park | 991 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. John Vianney Rc Primary School HILLHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 431 yd |
| West Denton Indoor Bowls Club WEST DENTON INDOOR BOWLS CLUB WEST DENTON INDOOR BOWLS CLUB HILLHEAD ROAD | indoor bowls | 487 yd |
| West Denton Primary School HILLHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 551 yd |
| Chapel Park Middle School (Closed) Granville Drive | grass pitches | 561 yd |
| West Denton Leisure Centre (All Saints Sports Centre) West Denton Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,003 yd |
| Westerhope School HILLHEAD ROAD | 1,004 yd | |
| Lemington Middle School (Closed) West Denton Road | grass pitches | 1,070 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 442.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 31.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.