Fairhaven Avenue is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE6 3PX is located in the Walker electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newcastle upon Tyne East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairhaven Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 3PX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE6 3PD, NE6 3PA, NE6 3PU, NE6 3NY, NE6 3QD, NE6 3DG, NE6 4JS, NE6 3QZ, NE6 4JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE6 3PX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 56.3% | 53.7% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 43.7% | 46.3% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 3PX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48% 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 | 41.4% | 48% | 6.6% | 37.9% | 10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.9% | 32% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 12% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 5% | -5.8% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.5% | 48.1% | 16.6% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 25.8% | 31.2% | 5.4% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 26.3% | 10.2% | -16.1% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 13.1% | 6.8% | -6.3% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 3PX this area, 29.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 53.8% | 29.1% | -24.7% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 11.1% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 17.6% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 13.6% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.5% | 19.1% | 12.6% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.5% | 90% | -9.5% | 81.4% | 8.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 97.2% | 85.8% | -11.4% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 10.1% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 85.5% | -11.7% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65% | 76.7% | -11.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 5.1% | 1.3% | 3.8% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 1.5% | 6.0% | -4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairhaven Avenue was 41.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.9% lower than the Byker average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Fairhaven Avenue has the 15th lowest crime rate of 110 local areas in Byker and the 257th lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Fairhaven Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2023-01-27 | £106,685 |
| 31 Fairhaven Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2017-07-07 | £109,963 |
| 31 Fairhaven Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £49,950 | 2016-03-31 | £70,470 |
| 5 Fairhaven Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2015-06-19 | £99,542 |
| 27 Fairhaven Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £16,200 | 2003-02-10 | £42,308 |
NE6 3PX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 51 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | - not rated | 1,295 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkergate Early Years Centre Millers Dene , Walkergate NE6 4XW | - not rated | 1,313 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | - not rated | 2,447 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brancepeth Road Nursery School Brancepeth Road , NE31 1SJ | - not rated | 2,692 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 4,238 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyneview Primary School Winslow Place , Off Titan Road NE6 3QP | - not rated | 280 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyneview Primary School Winslow Place , Off Titan Road NE6 3QP | 3out of 4 | 280 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's RC Primary School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4HQ | - not rated | 725 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Walker Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4HQ | 3out of 4 | 725 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wharrier Street Primary School Wharrier Street , Walker NE6 3EY | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walker Technology College Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | - not rated | 656 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walker Riverside Academy Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | - not rated | 656 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , Walkergate NE6 4NU | - not rated | 2,016 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , NE6 4NU | - not rated | 2,016 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Voluntary Aided Comprehensive School Mill Lane , NE31 2ET | - not rated | 2,460 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Middle School Forrest Road , NE28 8PY | - not rated | 1,926 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Middle School St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | - not rated | 2,930 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 3,781 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Farm Middle School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | - not rated | 3,857 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 4,547 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,846 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Metropolitan College Battle Hill Drive , NE28 9NL | - not rated | 4,482 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 4,607 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walkerdene School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | - not rated | 322 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Charles Parsons School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | 4out of 4 | 606 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastview School Ayton Street , NE6 2DB | - not rated | 1,961 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Cherrywood , NE6 4NW | - not rated | 2,015 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 2,542 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharrys fish and chips | 885 Welbeck Road | 377 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 561 Welbeck Road | 500 yd | |
| Lilys Fusion | 147 Scrogg Road | 587 yd | |
| Golden Gate | 260 Fossway | 1,014 yd | |
| Fossway Tandoori | 118 Roman Avenue | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crockets Hotel | Crockets Hotel Mitchell Street | 414 yd | |
| Scrogg Road Social Club | 125 Scrogg Road | 583 yd | |
| NE6 Suite | 123 Scrogg Road | 584 yd | |
| Jubilee Club | 4 Proctor Street | 641 yd | |
| Willows Club | Flat 15, 18 - 20 Scrogg Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 15 Church Walk | 155 yd | |
| Welbeck convenience store | 813 - 815 Welbeck Road | 158 yd | |
| Deli Delights | 49 - 51 Westbourne Avenue, Walkergate | 518 yd | |
| Mr Gee's | 111 Scrogg Road | 628 yd | |
| The Yard Kitchen | Corporation Yard Welbeck Road | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 37B Church Walk | 225 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 1 Church Walk | 277 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tyneview Primary School WINSLOW PLACE | grass pitches | 283 yd |
| Walker Technology College (Closed) Middle Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 504 yd |
| Walker Park Scrogg Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 633 yd |
| Walker Technology College WAVERDALE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 652 yd |
| Hebburn Riverside Park (Findus) ST. ANNES CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| Wharrier Street Primary School (Closed) Wharrier Street | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| West Walker Primary School CHURCH STREET | grass pitches | 1,068 yd |
| Millers Dene COURTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,074 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 | 62.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 111.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.