Postcode Analysis Gateshead, North East

HIGHRIDGE, DH3 1BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHRIDGE, DH3 1BD.

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Population

348

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 37,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DH3 1BD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DH3 1BD's 67% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DH3 1BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Highridge, 0.5km from North Side in Birtley. Administratively it sits within Lamesley ward and the Blaydon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DH3 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00041701 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH3 1BD. The average age is 40.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 128,750

4 sales · Mean £ 122,375

Terraced

£ 109,000

4 sales · Mean £ 102,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DH3 1BD has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences70
Anti-social behaviour24
Criminal damage and arson13
Other crime11
Other theft11

school Local Schools

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Ravensworth Terrace Primary School

Outstanding351 pupils0.3 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley

Good89 pupils0.4 km
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Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy

Good1344 pupils0.7 km
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Birtley East Community Primary School

Good221 pupils0.7 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley

Outstanding94 pupils0.8 km
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Portobello Primary School

Good190 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Birtley Snooker Club0.6 km
  • St Josephs CMS Club & Parish Centre0.3 km
  • The Hanlon0.6 km
  • Birtley Masonic Hall0.6 km
  • Charles Perkins RAOB Club & Institute Limited0.4 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Turkwoise Restaurant0.8 km
  • Birtley Community Association0.5 km
  • Lotus Leaf0.4 km
  • Northern Hope Gymnastics Centre0.8 km
  • The Cafe (North East) Limited0.8 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Elli Deli0.7 km
  • Leybourne Fisheries0.7 km
  • Thai Wah Chop Suey0.5 km
  • Yummy Yummy Chinese Take Away0.8 km
  • Benelli's Pizza0.6 km
  • + 15 more
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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Greggs0.6 km
  • Birtley Home Bakery0.8 km
  • Continental Delicatessen0.7 km
  • Costcutter0.5 km
  • Nisa0.5 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Bowes Incline Hotel0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street5.1 km
  • Heworth5.9 km
  • Dunston7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Mount Road - Highridge0.1 km
  • Blackfell Way-Aspen Close0.2 km
  • Mount Pleasant Road-Grove View0.2 km
  • Blackfell Way - Angel Way0.2 km
  • Mount Pleasant Road0.3 km