Nidsdale Avenue is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE6 4LN is located in the Walkergate 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 Nidsdale Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 4LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE6 4LP, NE6 4JY, NE6 4LH, NE6 4LE, NE6 4LJ, NE6 4DP, NE6 4LL, NE6 4LB, NE6 4LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE6 4LN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% of residents 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 | 48.4% | 47.8% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 51.6% | 52.2% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 NE6 4LN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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 | 29.4% | 34.4% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 52% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 6.6% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 5% | 5.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 42.7% | 43.3% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 38.2% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 12.7% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.2% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 27.3% | 22.6% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 12.5% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 10.5% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.9% | 12.1% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 6.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 13.2% | -1.5% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 26.8% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.6% | 95.2% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Other | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 98.2% | 97.2% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 97.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.1% | 76.7% | 14.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 60.8% | 46.2% | 14.6% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nidsdale Avenue was 39.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.9% lower than the Walkergate average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nidsdale Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Walkergate and the 242nd lowest crime rate of 895 local areas in Newcastle upon Tyne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% 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 Nidsdale Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-10-25 | £127,614 |
| 7 Nidsdale Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2024-08-01 | £177,246 |
| 23 Nidsdale Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-03-01 | £164,259 |
| 5 Nidsdale Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,500 | 2019-06-28 | £191,919 |
| 11 Nidsdale Avenue, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2017-08-21 | £111,081 |
NE6 4LN 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walkergate Early Years Centre Millers Dene , Walkergate NE6 4XW | - not rated | 1,019 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | - not rated | 1,651 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | - not rated | 2,326 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brancepeth Road Nursery School Brancepeth Road , NE31 1SJ | - not rated | 2,431 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Battle Hill Nursery School Berwick Drive , Battlehill Estate NE28 9DH | - not rated | 4,005 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Alban's RC Primary School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4HQ | - not rated | 537 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Walker Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4HQ | 3out of 4 | 537 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyneview Primary School Winslow Place , Off Titan Road NE6 3QP | - not rated | 602 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyneview Primary School Winslow Place , Off Titan Road NE6 3QP | 3out of 4 | 602 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carville Primary School The Avenue , NE28 6AX | - not rated | 1,053 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 296 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walker Riverside Academy Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | - not rated | 296 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , Walkergate NE6 4NU | - not rated | 1,757 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , NE6 4NU | - not rated | 1,757 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,495 yd | Foundation 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 | 1,489 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Middle School St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | - not rated | 2,495 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Farm Middle School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | - not rated | 3,408 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 3,408 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 4,142 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyne Metropolitan College Battle Hill Drive , NE28 9NL | - not rated | 4,031 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,135 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 4,160 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Charles Parsons School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | 4out of 4 | 433 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkerdene School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | - not rated | 471 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Cherrywood , NE6 4NW | - not rated | 1,755 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastview School Ayton Street , NE6 2DB | - not rated | 2,259 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 2,431 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 | 235 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 561 Welbeck Road | 779 yd | |
| Golden Gate | 260 Fossway | 801 yd | |
| Lilys Fusion | 147 Scrogg Road | 975 yd | |
| Spice Fossway Tandoori | 9 Scrogg Road | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crockets Hotel | Crockets Hotel Mitchell Street | 661 yd | |
| NE6 Suite | 123 Scrogg Road | 898 yd | |
| Scrogg Road Social Club | 125 Scrogg Road | 916 yd | |
| The Turbinia | The Turbinia Fossway | 940 yd | |
| Willows Club | Flat 15, 18 - 20 Scrogg Road | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welbeck convenience store | 813 - 815 Welbeck Road | 310 yd | |
| Deli Delights | 49 - 51 Westbourne Avenue, Walkergate | 473 yd | |
| Greggs | 15 Church Walk | 604 yd | |
| On The Goa | Street Record, Unit 10 | 699 yd | |
| Mr Gee's | 111 Scrogg Road | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 37B Church Walk | 664 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 1 Church Walk | 713 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walker Technology College WAVERDALE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 293 yd |
| Tyneview Primary School WINSLOW PLACE | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| Walker Technology College (Closed) Middle Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 713 yd |
| Millers Dene COURTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 764 yd |
| Swan Hunter Recreation Ground EASTFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 952 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields UNIT 19 UNIT 19 PRINCE CONSORT INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | grass pitches | 968 yd |
| Walker Park Scrogg Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,085 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 | 85.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.