Marlfield Court is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE5 4BJ 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 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marlfield Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 4BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE5 4BH, NE5 4BG, NE5 4BQ, NE5 3TW, NE5 3TP, NE5 4EW, NE5 3TX, NE5 4BF, NE5 4EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE5 4BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 50.8% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 51.5% | 49.2% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 4BJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.2% 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 | 27.9% | 32.3% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 57.2% | -5.9% | 44.2% | 13.0% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8% | 4.5% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 (89.2%) 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 | 56.6% | 59.9% | 3.3% | 48.4% | 11.5% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 29.3% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 6.7% | 8.6% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 11.6% | 10.8% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.6% | 11.2% | -9.4% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.6% | 13.4% | -10.2% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 22.7% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 31.6% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.9% | 5.9% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 5.2% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 87.5% | 84.4% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 3.0% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 89.8% | 90.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.8% | 7% | 1.2% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 91.1% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 5.9% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marlfield Court was 34.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.4% lower than the Blakelaw average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Marlfield Court has the 11th lowest crime rate of 104 local areas in Blakelaw and the 188th lowest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.3%.

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 Marlfield Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-05-30 | £286,696 |
| 10 Marlfield Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £209,995 | 2018-01-12 | £288,307 |
| 10 Marlfield Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2017-11-03 | £302,043 |
| 11 Marlfield Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2014-12-05 | £289,775 |
| 11 Marlfield Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2010-01-29 | £286,217 |
NE5 4BJ 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 | 136 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 4out of 4 | 4,594 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 4,692 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 5,041 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 | 480 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilton Primary Academy Hilton Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3RN | 4out of 4 | 565 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheviot Primary School Yetholm Place , Newbiggin Hall NE5 4EB | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Westerhope Bardon Close , Westerhope NE5 4BT | - not rated | 972 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Walling Primary Academy Lindfield Avenue , Blakelaw NE5 3PL | 1out of 4 | 1,016 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 | 1,516 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 2out of 4 | 1,669 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | 4out of 4 | 2,455 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 4out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gosforth Academy Knightsbridge , Great North Road NE3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 4,181 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,927 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 4,463 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 4,776 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 | 3,201 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 5,347 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 | 3,088 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 | 1,156 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 1out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 4out of 4 | 1,675 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Allan's Senior School Fowberry Crescent , Fenham NE4 9YJ | - not rated | 2,744 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 2,838 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Chinese Takeaway | 1 Etal Way | 565 yd | |
| McDonalds | Unit 1, West Denton Retail Park West Denton Way, West Denton | 628 yd | |
| Paradise Garden | 2 Moulton Court | 640 yd | |
| Eastend Diner | 4 Moulton Court | 640 yd | |
| Mrs T's Cafe | Blakelaw Library, Blakelaw Neighbourhood Centre Binswood Avenue | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blakelaw Social Club | Blakelaw And District Social Club Ltd, 6 Cragston Way | 516 yd | |
| Blakelaw And Cowgate Legion Club | 12 Moulton Court | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| XLsushi | 15 Kyloe Place, Newbiggin Hall | 542 yd | |
| Bread Machine | 6 Moulton Court | 641 yd | |
| Fish Inn | 10 Moulton Court | 647 yd | |
| Que’s | 385 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 788 yd | |
| Imperia Pizza Restaurant | 261A Ponteland Road | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 3 Etal Way | 577 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 651 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 881 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blakelaw Park Cragston Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 495 yd |
| Hilton Primary Academy HILTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 556 yd |
| Farne Primary School MARSDEN LANE | grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Cheviot Primary School YETHOLM PLACE | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Slatyford Playing Fields Burdale Avenue | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| St. Marks Rc Primary School BARDON CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,080 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% |
| Median download speed | 73.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.