NE16 3BJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Derwent Haugh in Blaydon. Administratively it sits within Blaydon ward and the Blaydon constituency.
For families considering a move, NE16 3BJ represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE16 3BJ are sourced from Output Area E00041460 (shared with 270 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE16 3BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE16 3BJ.
422
43
£ 36,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE16 3BJ 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE16 3BJ spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. 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 NE16 3BJ. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
NE16 3BJ has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Excelsior Academy
Bridgewater Primary School
Swalwell Primary School
St George's Catholic Primary School, Bells Close
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Blaydon Community Larder0.9 km
- BP0.3 km
- SMK Retailer Limited0.7 km
- The Range0.7 km
- Greggs0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Derwent Crossing0.2 km
- The Skiff Inn0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Travelodge Gateshead0.4 km
- Marriott Hotel Metrocentre1.0 km
- Holiday Inn Express0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Cafe Meo's0.9 km
- KFC0.5 km
- Saint Margarets Church1.0 km
- Team Sport0.9 km
- Curtain Superstore Blaydon Limited0.6 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi0.8 km
- Asda Stores Limited0.9 km
- Lidl1.0 km
- Poundstretcher and Pet Hut0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon1.5 km
- Metrocentre1.8 km
- Dunston2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Derwenthaugh Road-Bridge0.2 km
- Derwenthaugh Road-Bridge-W0.2 km
- Derwenthaugh Road-Marina0.3 km
- Chainbridge Road-Scotswood Bridge0.3 km
- Riverside Way-Clasper Way0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NE163BJ · Data under Open Government Licence