Dereham Court is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE5 4TZ 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 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dereham Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 4TZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE5 4TT, NE5 4TR, NE5 4SY, NE5 4SZ, NE5 4TS, NE5 4TU, NE5 4SW, NE5 4SX, NE5 4ST.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE5 4TZ 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 | 52.7% | 50.2% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.8% | 2.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.8% | 42% | 0.2% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.3% | 45.2% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 0.5% | -4.6% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 7.4% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 4.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.8% | 42.3% | -9.5% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 35.8% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 11% | 15.3% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.7% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 21.4% | 12.2% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 10.1% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 8.5% | -7.8% | 13.4% | -4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 11.2% | 7.6% | 5.3% | 5.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 21.8% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 26% | 33.5% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 95.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 94.7% | 95.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 95.3% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dereham Court was 37.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.3% lower than the Blakelaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dereham Court has the 18th lowest crime rate of 105 local areas in Blakelaw and the 232nd lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Dereham Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2025-10-13 | £135,145 |
| 44 Dereham Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2025-02-07 | £108,543 |
| 6 Dereham Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2024-03-15 | £196,164 |
| 11 Dereham Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2023-10-20 | £133,076 |
| 4 Dereham Court, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-08-30 | £155,648 |
NE5 4TZ 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,861 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 4,303 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 4,984 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 3out of 4 | 5,071 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 5,391 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheviot Primary School Yetholm Place , Newbiggin Hall NE5 4EB | 3out of 4 | 702 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheviot Primary School Yetholm Place , Newbiggin Hall NE5 4EB | - not rated | 702 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton Bar Primary School Ryal Walk , NE3 3YF | - not rated | 730 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton Bar Primary School Ryal Walk , NE3 3YF | - not rated | 730 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farne Primary School Marsden Lane , Newbiggin Hall NE5 4AP | - not rated | 890 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 | 1,126 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Firfield Community School Firfield Road , NE5 3HU | - not rated | 1,126 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 1,263 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | - not rated | 1,263 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Callerton Academy Bedeburn Road , NE5 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,595 yd | Free schools | 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 | 747 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Park Middle School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2NW | - not rated | 1,675 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Park Middle School Granville Drive , Chapel Park NE5 1SH | - not rated | 2,554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lemington Middle School West Denton Road , NE15 7LS | - not rated | 3,245 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High School Jubilee Road , Gosforth NE3 1DY | - not rated | 3,343 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,634 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 5,385 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 5,462 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 | 3,707 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Bridges School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 4out of 4 | 1,270 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheriff Leas School Springfield Road , Blakelaw NE5 3DS | - not rated | 1,397 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 3out of 4 | 1,704 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | - not rated | 1,704 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | - not rated | 1,704 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 | 228 yd | |
| Eastern Star Chinese Takeaway | 3 Yetholm Place, Newbiggin Hall | 626 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 1, Tesco Extra Brunton Lane | 901 yd | |
| Chai Shai | 261 Ponteland Road | 953 yd | |
| Eastend Diner | 4 Moulton Court | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery | The Bank Top Toby Ponteland Road | 601 yd | |
| Blakelaw Social Club | Blakelaw And District Social Club Ltd, 6 Cragston Way | 962 yd | |
| Blakelaw And Cowgate Legion Club | 12 Moulton Court | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| XLsushi | 15 Kyloe Place, Newbiggin Hall | 675 yd | |
| Aligeez | 13B Mallowburn Crescent | 718 yd | |
| Imperia Pizza Restaurant | 261A Ponteland Road | 937 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 3, Tesco Extra Brunton Lane | 983 yd | |
| Bunty's Chip Stop | Unit 4 Trevelyan Drive, Newbiggin Hall | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 3 Etal Way | 218 yd | |
| Food Warehouse By Iceland | Unit 4, Kingston Retail Park Brunton Lane | 951 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blakelaw Park Cragston Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 688 yd |
| Kenton Bar Primary School RYAL WALK | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Cheviot Primary School YETHOLM PLACE | grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Farne Primary School MARSDEN LANE | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Gala Field NEWBIGGIN LANE | grass pitches | 1,083 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 | 35.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.88 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.88 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.43 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.