Southmead Avenue is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE5 3PD is located in the Blakelaw 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 Southmead Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 3PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE5 3RB, NE5 3PL, NE5 3PS, NE5 3PJ, NE5 3PN, NE5 3RA, NE5 3PT, NE5 3PB, NE5 3PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE5 3PD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 51% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.6% | 49% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE5 3PD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.8% 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 | 39.6% | 44.8% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.9% | 41% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -3.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 7.7% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.5%) 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 | 39.4% | 36.9% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 33.6% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 20.4% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 8.1% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 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.
In the area around NE5 3PD this area, 33.1% 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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.5% | 33.1% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 14.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 12.7% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 13.1% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.7% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 13.1% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 18.1% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 4.5% | 2.1% | -2.4% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.9% | 91.3% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 89.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 89.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.4% | 3.9% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 89.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 3.6% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southmead Avenue was 72.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.1% lower than the Blakelaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southmead Avenue has the 40th lowest crime rate of 105 local areas in Blakelaw and the 437th lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Southmead Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,500 | 2022-08-26 | £137,529 |
| 17 Southmead Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-10-22 | £132,803 |
| 15 Southmead Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2020-05-29 | £141,521 |
| 8 Southmead Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2019-07-03 | £128,961 |
| 1 Southmead Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,500 | 2019-01-30 | £105,923 |
NE5 3PD 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 | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 2,419 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 2,876 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 3,807 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,119 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 3out of 4 | 4,692 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Walling Primary School Lindfield Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3PL | - not rated | 230 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Walling Primary Academy Lindfield Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3PL | 3out of 4 | 230 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilton Primary School Hilton Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3RN | - not rated | 386 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilton Primary Academy Hilton Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3RN | - not rated | 386 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' RC Primary School Beaufront Gardens , Fenham NE5 2SA | - not rated | 643 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redewood School Pooley Road , NE5 2ST | - not rated | 640 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blakelaw School Firfield Road , NE5 3HU | - not rated | 734 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Firfield Community School Firfield Road , NE5 3HU | - not rated | 734 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | - not rated | 1,551 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | - not rated | 1,551 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 | 1,371 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chevyside Middle School Yetholm Place , Westerhope NE5 4EB | - not rated | 1,643 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lemington Middle School West Denton Road , NE15 7LS | - not rated | 2,589 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Park Middle School Granville Drive , Chapel Park NE5 1SH | - not rated | 2,651 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel House Middle School Chadderton Drive , West Denton NE5 1EL | - not rated | 3,337 yd | Community 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 | 2,256 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,285 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,326 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,480 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 | 2,383 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheriff Leas School Springfield Road , Blakelaw NE5 3DS | - not rated | 816 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Silverhill School Stocksfield Avenue , NE5 2DX | - not rated | 1,233 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ashlyns Unit Stocksfield Avenue , Silverhill Centre NE5 2DX | - not rated | 1,233 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 3out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | - not rated | 1,406 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa | Costa, Saint James Retail Park Stamfordham Road | 244 yd | |
| Mrs T's Cafe | Blakelaw Library, Blakelaw Neighbourhood Centre Binswood Avenue | 296 yd | |
| T.J's Catering & Cafe | 70A Silver Lonnen | 414 yd | |
| Paradise Garden | 2 Moulton Court | 443 yd | |
| Eastend Diner | 4 Moulton Court | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Balloon | The Balloon Silver Lonnen | 425 yd | |
| Blakelaw And Cowgate Legion Club | 12 Moulton Court | 474 yd | |
| Blakelaw Social Club | Blakelaw And District Social Club Ltd, 6 Cragston Way | 523 yd | |
| Slatyford Tenants Association | 35 Pooley Road | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bread Machine | 6 Moulton Court | 455 yd | |
| Fish Inn | 10 Moulton Court | 464 yd | |
| Imperia Pizza Restaurant | 261A Ponteland Road | 973 yd | |
| Greggs | 313 Two Ball Lonnen | 1,005 yd | |
| A1 Chippy | 315A Two Ball Lonnen | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 6A, Saint James Retail Park Stamfordham Road | 244 yd | |
| Iceland | 6B, Saint James Retail Park Stamfordham Road | 244 yd | |
| Morrisons | 200 Two Ball Lonnen | 1,080 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hilton Primary Academy HILTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 351 yd |
| English Martyrs Rc Primary School BEAUFRONT GARDENS | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Slatyford Playing Fields Burdale Avenue | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| King George V Playing Field KIRKHEATON PLACE | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Montagu And North Fenham Football Club POOLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 708 yd |
| Tyneside Badminton Centre BOWNESS ROAD | 725 yd | |
| Blakelaw Park Cragston Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 884 yd |
| Men At Work Fitness Centre 271-291 271-291 TWO BALL LONNEN | health and fitness suite | 1,003 yd |
| Denton Dene COCKERMOUTH GREEN | grass pitches | 1,004 yd |
| Cowgate Sports Club MCKENDRICK VILLAS SPORTS GROUND MCKENDRICK VILLAS SPORTS GROUND MCKENDRICK VILLAS | grass pitches | 1,010 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 | 75.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.