The Ropery is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE6 1TY is located in the Byker electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle upon Tyne East. This postcode has been in use since 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Ropery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 1TY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE6 1TS, NE6 3JH, NE10 0QX, NE6 2TP, NE6 3JJ, NE6 1UL, NE6 2TN, NE6 3LH, NE6 3LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE6 1TY is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 46.6% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 48.6% | 53.4% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 NE6 1TY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.2% 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 | 53.8% | 53.2% | -0.6% | 37.9% | 15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.6% | 27.4% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -16.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 12.9% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.3%) 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 | 57.6% | 49.7% | -7.9% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 36.6% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 9% | 11% | 2.0% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 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.
In the area around NE6 1TY this area, 8.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 52.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.8% | 8.7% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 4.9% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.5% | 9.2% | 1.7% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 19.6% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.8% | 52.2% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 18.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 90% | 90.6% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 9.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 81.3% 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 | 88.6% | 81.3% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 11.9% | 7.6% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 2.1% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.1% | 81.3% | -6.8% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 7.8% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 4.7% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 4.7% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 1.6% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.7% | 13.5% | -9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Ropery was 93.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.9% lower than the Byker average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Ropery has the 41st lowest crime rate of 112 local areas in Byker and the 440th highest crime rate of 903 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 The Ropery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-11-26 | £204,227 |
| 24 The Ropery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-10-01 | £198,930 |
| 29 The Ropery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-12-01 | £120,202 |
| 27 The Ropery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-12-01 | £229,843 |
| 35 The Ropery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-11-03 | £163,134 |
NE6 1TY 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 876 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove , Bensham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 3,628 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 4out of 4 | 4,366 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 4,617 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 4,855 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent's RC Primary School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2TX | 3out of 4 | 557 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Welbeck Academy Flodden Street , Walker NE6 2QL | 3out of 4 | 920 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Walker Church of England Primary School Lancefield Avenue , Walker NE6 2NP | 3out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Byker Primary School Commercial Road , Byker NE6 2AT | 4out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School Headlam Street , Byker NE6 2JX | - not rated | 1,192 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heworth Grange School High Lanes , Felling NE10 0PT | 1out of 4 | 2,519 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walker Riverside Academy Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | 3out of 4 | 2,534 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , | - not rated | 2,664 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , NE6 4NU | 3out of 4 | 3,059 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Futures UTC Stephenson Square , NE1 3AS | - not rated | 3,201 yd | University technical college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 1,950 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 3,970 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ateres Girls High School Willow Grove , Felling NE10 9PQ | - not rated | 1,980 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Gateshead Cheder Primary School Bede House , Sunderland Road NE8 3HY | - not rated | 2,065 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Sir Charles Parsons School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | 4out of 4 | 2,304 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shoshanim 7 Gladstone Terrace , Gateshead NE8 4DY | - not rated | 2,486 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Keser Girls School Ely Street , NE8 1NR | - not rated | 2,599 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walker Central Football Club | Monkchester Road | 561 yd | |
| Royal Sky Chinese Takeaway | 67 - 69 Monkchester Road | 653 yd | |
| Gateshead Football Club | Neilson Road | 1,018 yd | |
| Gateshead International Stadium | Neilson Road | 1,018 yd | |
| Studio 28 Patisserie | Unit 2, Cobblestone Court Hoults Estate Walker Road | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Merchants Tavern | The Merchants Tavern, 1 Saint Peters Wharf | 497 yd | |
| Friars Goose Water Sports Club | Green Lane | 753 yd | |
| St Peters Social Club And Institute | St Peters Social Club And Institute Ltd, 377 Walker Road | 759 yd | |
| The Schooner | South Shore Road | 854 yd | |
| Full Circle Brew Co | 167 Walker Road | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Chinese | 1202 Walker Road | 640 yd | |
| Takaway town | 75-77 Monkchester Road | 668 yd | |
| Takeaway town | 75 Monkchester Road | 668 yd | |
| Golden Pizza | Pizza Corner, 50 - 52 Allendale Road | 720 yd | |
| Golden Pizza Walker | 50 - 52 Allendale Road | 720 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Allendale Road Playing Field AYTON STREET | grass pitches | 574 yd |
| Monkchester Recreation Ground Monkchester Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Welbeck Academy FLODDEN STREET | grass pitches | 901 yd |
| Walker Activity Dome WALKER ACTIVITY DOME WALKER ACTIVITY DOME WHARRIER STREET | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 964 yd |
| Gateshead International Stadium NEILSON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,019 yd |
| Central Walker Church Of England Primary School LANCEFIELD AVENUE | 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 | 49.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.58 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.58 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.39 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.