Newbiggin Lane is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE5 1LZ is located in the Kingston Park South & Newbiggin Hall 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 Newbiggin Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 1LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE5 4NS, NE5 4NR, NE5 4JN, NE5 4PA, NE5 4JL, NE5 4PN, NE5 4AZ, NE5 4PB, NE5 4PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE5 1LZ 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 | 50.9% | 48.9% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 49.1% | 51.1% | 2.0% | 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 NE5 1LZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% 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 | 37.5% | 42.6% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 36.2% | -9.0% | 44.2% | -8.0% |
| Separated | 4% | 4.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 9.2% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 7% | 7.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 38.8% | 39.4% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 38.2% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 13% | -4.5% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 8.5% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.8% | 24.6% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 15.3% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 7.1% | -1.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19.9% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.7% | 21.4% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0.7% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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 | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.7% | 92.1% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 94.8% | 95.5% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| 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 | 94.8% | 95.8% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 1.5% | 6.0% | -4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newbiggin Lane was 230.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.3% higher than the Blakelaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newbiggin Lane has the 13th highest crime rate of 104 local areas in Blakelaw and the 138th highest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 115.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Lodge Cottage Newbiggin Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £176,800 | 2007-06-29 | £253,889 |
| Stone Lodge Cottage Newbiggin Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £52,000 | 1997-03-14 | £232,093 |
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 4out of 4 | 3,979 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Westerhope Bardon Close , Westerhope NE5 4BT | - not rated | 297 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Simonside Primary School Bedeburn Road , Westerhope NE5 4LG | 3out of 4 | 408 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheviot Primary School Yetholm Place , Newbiggin Hall NE5 4EB | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farne Primary School Marsden Lane , Newbiggin Hall NE5 4AP | 3out of 4 | 826 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westerhope Primary School Hillhead Road , Westerhope NE5 1NE | 3out of 4 | 900 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio West West Denton Way , West Denton NE5 2SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,331 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 2out of 4 | 2,589 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 4out of 4 | 3,375 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Walbottle Academy Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 3,481 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | 4out of 4 | 3,638 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 4,822 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 5,337 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 4,301 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 | 3,670 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 1out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 4out of 4 | 2,596 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot House Trust Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 8HW | 2out of 4 | 3,208 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 3,887 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gormans Fish And Chips | Unit 1, Mayfair House Redburn Road | 290 yd | |
| Sylvia's Lunchbox | Unit 14, Westerhope Small Business Park Redburn Road | 308 yd | |
| Spicy China | Unit 26, Westerhope Small Business Park Redburn Road | 380 yd | |
| The Coffee Room At Anderson & Garland | Unit 1 Crispin Court, Westerhope | 458 yd | |
| The Wicker Chair Coffee House And Bistro | Palatine/1907 Beds, Palatine Buildings Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 546 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westerhope Excelsior Social Club | Ivy House Wheatfield Road, Westerhope | 853 yd | |
| The Hillheads | The Hillheads Counden Road, Westerhope | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunty's Chip Stop | Unit 4 Trevelyan Drive, Newbiggin Hall | 293 yd | |
| Fatboyz Takeaway | Unit 15, Westerhope Small Business Park Redburn Road | 312 yd | |
| Rao Balti House | Unit 13, Westerhope Small Business Park Redburn Road | 405 yd | |
| Planet Pizza | Unit 2 Bedeburn Foot, Newbiggin Hall | 438 yd | |
| Pizza Pizza (Westerhope) | 400 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 722 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 936 yd | |
| Spar | 3 Etal Way | 1,006 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gala Field NEWBIGGIN LANE | grass pitches | 150 yd |
| St. Marks Rc Primary School BARDON CLOSE | grass pitches | 253 yd |
| Cheviot Primary School YETHOLM PLACE | grass pitches | 489 yd |
| Westerhope Golf Club WHORLTON GRANGE | golf | 705 yd |
| Farne Primary School MARSDEN LANE | grass pitches | 759 yd |
| Westerhope Community Centre HILLHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 905 yd |
| Westerhope School HILLHEAD ROAD | 955 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.