Buxton Gardens is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE5 5HU is located in the Denton & Westerhope electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle upon Tyne North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buxton Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 5HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE5 5HX, NE5 4AH, NE5 4AJ, NE5 5HT, NE5 4AE, NE5 5HD, NE5 4AG, NE5 4BA, NE5 5HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE5 5HU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% 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 | 55.8% | 54.3% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 44.2% | 45.7% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 | 27% | 36.3% | 9.3% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 40.7% | -9.1% | 44.2% | -3.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 0.4% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 11.5% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 11.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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 (70.4%) 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 | 39.7% | 38.9% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 31.5% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 16% | 18% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 10% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.6% | 23.5% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 11.6% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 16.8% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 7.1% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 14.9% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 22.4% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.7% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98.1% | 96.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| 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 | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buxton Gardens was 407.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 271.7% higher than the Callerton & Throckley average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Buxton Gardens has the 2nd highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Callerton & Throckley and the 50th highest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 110.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Buxton Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2025-02-07 | £178,182 |
| 10 Buxton Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-09-24 | £215,260 |
| 2 Buxton Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-02-03 | £219,840 |
| 2 Buxton Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-05-28 | £145,892 |
| 20 Buxton Gardens, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £69,950 | 2007-01-12 | £76,107 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NE5 5HU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,862 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 5,327 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Westerhope Bardon Close , Westerhope NE5 4BT | - not rated | 353 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farne Primary School Marsden Lane , Newbiggin Hall NE5 4AP | 3out of 4 | 364 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheviot Primary School Yetholm Place , Newbiggin Hall NE5 4EB | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Hill Primary School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 4out of 4 | 686 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westerhope Primary School Hillhead Road , Westerhope NE5 1NE | 3out of 4 | 914 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 893 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenton School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 2out of 4 | 2,440 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 4out of 4 | 2,754 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic High School Fenham Hall Drive , Fenham NE4 9YH | 4out of 4 | 3,070 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Walbottle Academy Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 3,571 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 4,709 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 5,240 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 | 3,698 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,077 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 | 653 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 1out of 4 | 653 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Drayton Road , NE3 3RU | 4out of 4 | 2,446 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 3,276 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot House Trust Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 8HW | 2out of 4 | 3,277 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miners Mug Cafe | Westerhope Post Office, 2 Chatsworth Gardens, Westerhope | 130 yd | |
| Oli And Joes | 427 - 429 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 342 yd | |
| The Wicker Chair Coffee House And Bistro | Palatine/1907 Beds, Palatine Buildings Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 502 yd | |
| The Coffee Room At Anderson & Garland | Unit 1 Crispin Court, Westerhope | 509 yd | |
| Gormans Fish And Chips | Unit 1, Mayfair House Redburn Road | 509 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westerhope Excelsior Social Club | Ivy House Wheatfield Road, Westerhope | 468 yd | |
| The Hillheads | The Hillheads Counden Road, Westerhope | 816 yd | |
| West Denton Social Club | West Denton Social Club West Denton Way, West Denton | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westerhope Deli | 399 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 176 yd | |
| Que’s | 385 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 201 yd | |
| Lotus Chop Suey House | Unit 3, Co-op Buildings Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 414 yd | |
| XLsushi | 15 Kyloe Place, Newbiggin Hall | 440 yd | |
| Pizza Pizza (Westerhope) | 400 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 126 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stamfordham Road, Westerhope | 326 yd | |
| Spar | 3 Etal Way | 924 yd | |
| Morrisons | Unit 22 Denton Park Shopping Centre, West Denton | 994 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farne Primary School MARSDEN LANE | grass pitches | 258 yd |
| St. Marks Rc Primary School BARDON CLOSE | grass pitches | 372 yd |
| Gala Field NEWBIGGIN LANE | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| Cheviot Primary School YETHOLM PLACE | grass pitches | 589 yd |
| Denton Park Middle School (Closed) Linhope Road | grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Westerhope School HILLHEAD ROAD | 992 yd | |
| West Denton Leisure Centre (All Saints Sports Centre) West Denton Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,000 yd |
| West Denton Leisure Centre (Pool And Fitness Centre) WEST DENTON WAY | swimming pool | 1,005 yd |
| Slatyford Playing Fields Burdale Avenue | grass pitches | 1,044 yd |
| Westerhope Community Centre HILLHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 86.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 136.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.