Stamfordham Road is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE5 2LB is located in the Denton & Westerhope 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 Stamfordham Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 2LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE5 2LY, NE5 2PP, NE5 2PL, NE5 2LE, NE5 2ND, NE5 2NB, NE5 2NA, NE5 2PW, NE5 2LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE5 2LB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.2% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.8% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 2LB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.6% 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 | 31.6% | 32.1% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 54.6% | 1.1% | 44.2% | 10.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 8.3% | 2.8% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 2.5% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.6% | 54% | 8.4% | 48.4% | 5.6% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 32.5% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 10.3% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 2.3% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 23.4% | 13.2% | -10.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8.3% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 15.7% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 21.9% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 32.6% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.2% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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 | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.8% | 91.1% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.7% 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% | 92.7% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 92.7% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stamfordham Road was 312.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 185.3% higher than the Callerton & Throckley average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Stamfordham Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Callerton & Throckley and the 81st highest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 133.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 268 Stamfordham Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-05-31 | £226,157 |
| 304 Stamfordham Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2023-10-04 | £106,681 |
| 304 Stamfordham Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2023-10-04 | £106,681 |
| 290 Stamfordham Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-10-07 | £272,384 |
| 302 Stamfordham Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2021-04-30 | £160,571 |
NE5 2LB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 4out of 4 | 4,102 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 4,772 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 5,061 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farne Primary School Marsden Lane , Newbiggin Hall NE5 4AP | 3out of 4 | 368 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Hill Primary School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 4out of 4 | 593 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilton Primary Academy Hilton Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3RN | 4out of 4 | 640 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Westerhope Bardon Close , Westerhope NE5 4BT | - not rated | 848 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheviot Primary School Yetholm Place , Newbiggin Hall NE5 4EB | 3out of 4 | 897 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,020 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 2out of 4 | 2,168 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 4out of 4 | 2,264 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | 4out of 4 | 2,515 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Walbottle Academy Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 3,960 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,415 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 4,953 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 5,277 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 | 3,158 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 5,449 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 | 2,731 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 | 655 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 1out of 4 | 655 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 4out of 4 | 2,174 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 2,748 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Allan's Senior School Fowberry Crescent , Fenham NE4 9YJ | - not rated | 2,862 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Unit 1, West Denton Retail Park West Denton Way, West Denton | 214 yd | |
| Miners Mug Cafe | Westerhope Post Office, 2 Chatsworth Gardens, Westerhope | 563 yd | |
| Mrs T's Cafe | Blakelaw Library, Blakelaw Neighbourhood Centre Binswood Avenue | 759 yd | |
| Eastern Star Chinese Takeaway | 3 Yetholm Place, Newbiggin Hall | 815 yd | |
| Oli And Joes | 427 - 429 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blakelaw Social Club | Blakelaw And District Social Club Ltd, 6 Cragston Way | 786 yd | |
| Westerhope Excelsior Social Club | Ivy House Wheatfield Road, Westerhope | 819 yd | |
| Blakelaw And Cowgate Legion Club | 12 Moulton Court | 917 yd | |
| Slatyford Tenants Association | 35 Pooley Road | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Que’s | 385 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 401 yd | |
| Westerhope Deli | 399 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 473 yd | |
| XLsushi | 15 Kyloe Place, Newbiggin Hall | 582 yd | |
| Bread Machine | 6 Moulton Court | 878 yd | |
| Fish Inn | 10 Moulton Court | 889 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 240 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 524 yd | |
| Spar | 3 Etal Way | 932 yd | |
| Lidl | 6A, Saint James Retail Park Stamfordham Road | 1,034 yd | |
| Iceland | 6B, Saint James Retail Park Stamfordham Road | 1,034 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farne Primary School MARSDEN LANE | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Slatyford Playing Fields Burdale Avenue | grass pitches | 587 yd |
| Hilton Primary Academy HILTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Denton Park Middle School (Closed) Linhope Road | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Tyneside Badminton Centre BOWNESS ROAD | 760 yd | |
| Cheviot Primary School YETHOLM PLACE | grass pitches | 905 yd |
| St. Marks Rc Primary School BARDON CLOSE | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Blakelaw Park Cragston Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 948 yd |
| Gala Field NEWBIGGIN LANE | grass pitches | 1,018 yd |
| West Denton Leisure Centre (Pool And Fitness Centre) WEST DENTON WAY | swimming pool | 1,037 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 161.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.