Penshaw Green is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE5 3UU 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 Penshaw Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 3UU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE5 3HJ, NE5 3UX, NE5 3XA, NE5 3EY, NE5 3UY, NE5 3HA, NE5 3HS, NE5 3EX, NE5 3XN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE5 3UU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 52.6% | 54.4% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 47.4% | 45.6% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 3UU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.6% 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 | 46.6% | 52.6% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.6% | 31.3% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -12.9% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 3.9% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 6.5% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 53.4% | 46% | -7.4% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 32.9% | 3.7% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 13.9% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.9% | 26.6% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 13.3% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 15.9% | 9.0% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 22.3% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 6.9% | 1.7% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 4.4% | 1.5% | -2.9% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 87.1% | 83.9% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 2.5% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 82.4% 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 | 90.6% | 82.4% | -8.2% | 83.2% | -0.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 7.4% | 6.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.7% | 8.3% | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 82.2% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 12.2% | 11.9% | 9.8% | 2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 1.2% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.6% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.7% | 76.7% | -19.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 31.8% | 13.5% | 18.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.4% | 37.2% | 12.2% |
| Christian | 33.6% | 46.2% | -12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 6.8% | 6.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penshaw Green was 123.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.3% lower than the Blakelaw average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Penshaw Green has the 35th highest crime rate of 105 local areas in Blakelaw and the 268th highest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Penshaw Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2023-06-12 | £109,421 |
| 13 Penshaw Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2019-03-29 | £113,647 |
| 13 Penshaw Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £55,750 | 2016-08-01 | £76,140 |
| 15 Penshaw Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2015-06-22 | £96,872 |
| 15 Penshaw Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £33,000 | 2001-11-09 | £108,140 |
The percentage of student residents living in NE5 3UU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 3,409 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 3,537 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 3,819 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,303 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montagu Community Full Service School Moorview Crescent , NE5 3HY | - not rated | 212 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Montagu Infant School Moorview Crescent , NE5 3HY | - not rated | 212 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Balmain Road , North Kenton NE3 3QR | - not rated | 963 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Kenton Balmain Road , North Kenton NE3 3QR | 3out of 4 | 963 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton Bar Primary School Ryal Walk , NE3 3YF | - not rated | 1,033 yd | Foundation 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 | 590 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Firfield Community School Firfield Road , NE5 3HU | - not rated | 590 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 796 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 796 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | - not rated | 1,884 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 2,004 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Park Middle School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2NW | - not rated | 2,433 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High School Jubilee Road , Gosforth NE3 1DY | - not rated | 2,497 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 3out of 4 | 2,680 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 3,217 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 | 2,781 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,159 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,257 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,391 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 | 3,598 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 | 539 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 4out of 4 | 796 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Allan's Schools Fowberry Crescent , Fenham NE4 9YJ | - not rated | 1,946 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Allan's Girls' School Fowberry Crescent , Fenham NE4 9YJ | - not rated | 1,946 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dame Allan's Schools Centre Fowberry Crescent , Fenham NE4 9YJ | - not rated | 1,946 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chai Shai | 261 Ponteland Road | 453 yd | |
| Eastend Diner | 4 Moulton Court | 939 yd | |
| Paradise Garden | 2 Moulton Court | 946 yd | |
| Dotty in the Kitchen | 88 Ponteland Road | 952 yd | |
| Istanbul Grill & Pizza | 99 Ponteland Road | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blakelaw And Cowgate Legion Club | 12 Moulton Court | 896 yd | |
| Blakelaw Social Club | Blakelaw And District Social Club Ltd, 6 Cragston Way | 974 yd | |
| Peacock Inn | The Peacock Inn Arlington Avenue | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Imperia Pizza Restaurant | 261A Ponteland Road | 486 yd | |
| Fish Inn | 10 Moulton Court | 921 yd | |
| Bread Machine | 6 Moulton Court | 933 yd | |
| Marys Jade Garden | 64 Ponteland Road | 990 yd | |
| Pizza To Go | 66 - 68 Ponteland Road | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Mckendrick Villas | 726 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cowgate Leisure Centre (Closed) Harehills Avenue | health and fitness suite | 181 yd |
| Cowgate Sports Club MCKENDRICK VILLAS SPORTS GROUND MCKENDRICK VILLAS SPORTS GROUND MCKENDRICK VILLAS | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| Kenton Comprehensive School (Closed) Drayton Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 771 yd |
| Kenton School DRAYTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| Blakelaw Park Cragston Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 816 yd |
| St. Cuthberts Catholic Primary School BALMAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Kenton Bar Primary School RYAL WALK | grass pitches | 1,038 yd |
| Newcastle United Golf Club NUNS MOOR NUNS MOOR PONTELAND ROAD | golf | 1,079 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 | 47.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 219.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.