Moulton Place is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE5 3RU is located in the Blakelaw electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle upon Tyne Central. This postcode has been in use since 2008-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moulton Place, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 3RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE5 3RL, NE5 3RR, NE5 3TF, NE5 3RF, NE5 3ST, NE5 3SU, NE5 3RT, NE5 3RQ, NE5 3TA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE5 3RU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 50.4% | 52.4% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 49.6% | 47.6% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 3RU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.7% 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 | 51.2% | 51.7% | 0.5% | 37.9% | 13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 31.8% | -1.4% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 9.2% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 3.4% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 44.6% | 41.2% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 34.4% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 14.3% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 6% | 9% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.1% | 25.7% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 11.9% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 18.7% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 14.4% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 19% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.5% | 89% | -7.5% | 81.4% | 7.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 96.7% | 91.2% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 4.7% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 91.2% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.2% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.1% | 37.2% | 16.9% |
| Christian | 35.5% | 46.2% | -10.7% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moulton Place was 209.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.9% higher than the Blakelaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moulton Place has the 14th highest crime rate of 105 local areas in Blakelaw and the 133rd highest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Moulton Place, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2025-03-06 | £173,399 |
| 63 Moulton Place, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2018-05-04 | £167,229 |
| 69 Moulton Place, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £151,995 | 2012-07-27 | £243,712 |
| 71 Moulton Place, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, a newly built property | £151,995 | 2012-07-27 | £236,741 |
| 73 Moulton Place, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £119,695 | 2012-07-27 | £191,922 |
NE5 3RU 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 | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 40 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,845 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 3,284 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 4,111 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,462 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 3out of 4 | 4,797 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Primary School Hilton Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3RN | - not rated | 211 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilton Primary Academy Hilton Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3RN | - not rated | 211 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Walling Primary School Lindfield Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3PL | - not rated | 438 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Walling Primary Academy Lindfield Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3PL | 3out of 4 | 438 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' RC Primary School Beaufront Gardens , Fenham NE5 2SA | - not rated | 986 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blakelaw School Firfield Road , NE5 3HU | - not rated | 526 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Firfield Community School Firfield Road , NE5 3HU | - not rated | 526 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redewood School Pooley Road , NE5 2ST | - not rated | 976 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 1,618 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 1,618 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevyside Middle School Yetholm Place , Westerhope NE5 4EB | - not rated | 1,302 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Park Middle School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2NW | - not rated | 1,346 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Park Middle School Granville Drive , Chapel Park NE5 1SH | - not rated | 2,575 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lemington Middle School West Denton Road , NE15 7LS | - not rated | 2,753 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel House Middle School Chadderton Drive , West Denton NE5 1EL | - not rated | 3,334 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 | 2,639 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,562 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,616 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,767 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 | 2,774 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 | 743 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 3out of 4 | 1,384 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | - not rated | 1,384 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | - not rated | 1,384 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linhope PRU Linhope Centre , Linhope Rd NE5 2LW | - not rated | 1,384 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs T's Cafe | Blakelaw Library, Blakelaw Neighbourhood Centre Binswood Avenue | 136 yd | |
| Paradise Garden | 2 Moulton Court | 179 yd | |
| Eastend Diner | 4 Moulton Court | 184 yd | |
| McDonalds | Unit 1, West Denton Retail Park West Denton Way, West Denton | 640 yd | |
| Costa | Costa, Saint James Retail Park Stamfordham Road | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blakelaw Social Club | Blakelaw And District Social Club Ltd, 6 Cragston Way | 138 yd | |
| Blakelaw And Cowgate Legion Club | 12 Moulton Court | 229 yd | |
| The Balloon | The Balloon Silver Lonnen | 789 yd | |
| Slatyford Tenants Association | 35 Pooley Road | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bread Machine | 6 Moulton Court | 189 yd | |
| Fish Inn | 10 Moulton Court | 200 yd | |
| Imperia Pizza Restaurant | 261A Ponteland Road | 669 yd | |
| XLsushi | 15 Kyloe Place, Newbiggin Hall | 1,027 yd | |
| Que’s | 385 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 6A, Saint James Retail Park Stamfordham Road | 669 yd | |
| Iceland | 6B, Saint James Retail Park Stamfordham Road | 669 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 924 yd | |
| Spar | 3 Etal Way | 1,068 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hilton Primary Academy HILTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 126 yd |
| Blakelaw Park Cragston Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 485 yd |
| Slatyford Playing Fields Burdale Avenue | grass pitches | 786 yd |
| Tyneside Badminton Centre BOWNESS ROAD | 934 yd | |
| Cowgate Leisure Centre (Closed) Harehills Avenue | health and fitness suite | 978 yd |
| Farne Primary School MARSDEN LANE | grass pitches | 982 yd |
| English Martyrs Rc Primary School BEAUFRONT GARDENS | grass pitches | 990 yd |
| Cowgate Sports Club MCKENDRICK VILLAS SPORTS GROUND MCKENDRICK VILLAS SPORTS GROUND MCKENDRICK VILLAS | grass pitches | 1,059 yd |
| King George V Playing Field KIRKHEATON PLACE | grass pitches | 1,065 yd |
| Montagu And North Fenham Football Club POOLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,075 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 | 70.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.8% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 172.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.