NE12 5AS is a safe, established residential area on Acorn Drive, 0.8km from Burradon in Wideopen. Administratively it sits within Weetslade ward and the North Tyneside constituency.
For families considering a move, NE12 5AS represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £258k, up 1.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE12 5AS are sourced from Output Area E00190092 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ACORN DRIVE, NE12 5AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ACORN DRIVE, NE12 5AS.
213
30
£ 39,800 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE12 5AS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NE12 5AS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 30, 64% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE12 5AS. The average age is 30.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 273,554
16 sales · Mean £ 293,648
Terraced
£ 164,995
4 sales · Mean £ 172,496
Semi-Detached
£ 174,997
4 sales · Mean £ 178,747
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE12 5AS has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Burradon Community Primary School
Grasmere Academy
Bailey Green Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Greggs Drive Thru1.0 km
- Miller And Carter0.7 km
- Killingworth Cafe0.8 km
- Dobbies0.6 km
- Chefs Yard0.5 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- China Chef0.9 km
- Giorgio's Pizza0.5 km
- Kebab Cartel0.8 km
- Mayflower Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Arman's0.9 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Camperdown Convenience Store0.6 km
- Deli 260.6 km
- Davison Chemist0.8 km
- Londis0.5 km
- One Stop0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Travellers Rest0.8 km
- The Camperdown0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cramlington5.4 km
- Manors7.6 km
- Newcastle Airport7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Killingworth Way0.1 km
- Killingworth Way0.1 km
- Sandy Lane-Coal Depot0.4 km
- Sandy Lane-Coal Depot0.5 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: NE125AS · Data under Open Government Licence