Manor Drive is in Newcastle Upon Tyne and in North Tyneside district. NE7 7XL is located in the Longbenton & Benton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manor Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE7 7XL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE7 7XS, NE7 7XQ, NE7 7XU, NE7 7XJ, NE7 7UQ, NE7 7UX, NE7 7TS, NE7 7EA, NE7 7UD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE7 7XL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 50.9% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46% | 49.1% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 28.1% | 30.8% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 47.8% | 3.6% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 12.6% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 7.1% | -5.4% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.4% | 41.4% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 31.2% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 20% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5.4% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 29% | 22.5% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 4.7% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 15.8% | 4.2% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 5.9% | -0.4% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 15.8% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29% | 33.6% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -0.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.6% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 98.5% | 94.9% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 98.5% | 96.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 96.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Drive was 35.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.0% lower than the Backworth & Holystone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Manor Drive has the 44th lowest crime rate of 132 local areas in Backworth & Holystone and the 236th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Manor Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-03-08 | £404,615 |
| 6 Manor Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £361,000 | 2022-01-14 | £421,033 |
| 4 Manor Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2020-07-29 | £335,627 |
| 12 Manor Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2015-11-20 | £576,280 |
| 8 Manor Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2015-04-17 | £299,715 |
NE7 7XL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE7 7XL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 4,440 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benton Park Primary School Corchester Walk , NE7 7SS | 4out of 4 | 305 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Balliol Primary School Chesters Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8QP | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephens Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Goathland Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8FA | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School (Aided) Goathland Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8FA | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cragside Primary School Cragside , High Heaton NE7 7EL | 4out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 1,177 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 2out of 4 | 1,480 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesmond Park Academy Jesmond Park West , NE7 7DP | 1out of 4 | 1,706 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , NE6 4NU | 3out of 4 | 2,359 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Stephenson High School Southgate , Killingworth NE12 6SA | 2out of 4 | 3,315 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Central Middle School Great North Road , Gosforth NE3 1UN | 3out of 4 | 2,866 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 2,968 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth Junior High Academy Regent Avenue , Gosforth NE3 1EE | 4out of 4 | 3,330 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,064 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Hedley Hedleys College Station Road , Forest Hall NE12 8YY | - not rated | 1,427 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopespring Newcastle Chesters Avenue (on corner of Aydon Gardens) , Longbenton NE12 8UZ | - not rated | 1,470 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton Dene School Hailsham Avenue , NE12 8FD | 3out of 4 | 1,633 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley School West Lane , Killingworth NE12 7BH | 4out of 4 | 2,909 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,917 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wokify | 383 Benton Road | 353 yd | |
| Fairways Community Centre | Community Centre, Hoylake Avenue | 374 yd | |
| Pizzeria Italia | Pizzeria Italia Benton Park Road | 390 yd | |
| Lezzet Turkish Restaurant | North View House, Front Street | 400 yd | |
| Geisha Asia | Building West Of The Ship Inn, Front Street | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Benton Ale House | Benton Alehouse, Front Street | 421 yd | |
| The Black Bull | Black Bull Inn, Front Street | 435 yd | |
| Ship Inn | The Ship Inn, Front Street | 600 yd | |
| Newton Park Hotel | Newton Park Hotel Benton Road | 872 yd | |
| NUFC Training Centre | Sports Ground And Premises, Darsley Park | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 387 Benton Road | 224 yd | |
| Hungry Shack | 345 Benton Road | 283 yd | |
| Chip & Fish | 361 Benton Road | 309 yd | |
| Subway | 365 Benton Road | 312 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | Sainsbury's Etherstone Avenue | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Esso - Newcastle Benton Road Express Benton Road | 250 yd | |
| Swift Stores Ltd | 373 Benton Road | 330 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Etherstone Avenue | 1,077 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Benton Park Primary School CORCHESTER WALK | grass pitches | 345 yd |
| Newcastle University (Longbenton Sports Ground) COACH LANE SPORTS PAVILION COACH LANE SPORTS PAVILION COACH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 413 yd |
| University Of Northumbria (Coach Lane Sports Centre) COACH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 418 yd |
| St. Bartholomews Church Of England Primary School Aided (Closed) Front Street | grass pitches | 560 yd |
| Balliol Primary School Chesters Avenue | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| Manor Park Sports Ground WYCH ELM CRESCENT | grass pitches | 620 yd |
| Goathland Primary School (Closed) Goathland Avenue | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| Little Benton Pitches OFF GREENLEE DRIVE | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| St Stephens Rc Primary School GOATHLAND AVENUE | grass pitches | 858 yd |
| Blue Flames Sporting Club WHITLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 870 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 228.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.