NE16 3DS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Market Lane, 0.3km from Swalwell in Whickham. Administratively it sits within Whickham North ward and the Blaydon constituency.
For families considering a move, NE16 3DS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE16 3DS are sourced from Output Area E00170026 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARKET LANE, NE16 3DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARKET LANE, NE16 3DS.
303
40
£ 39,100 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE16 3DS 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.
Area Character
NE16 3DS is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE16 3DS. The average age is 40.2. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE16 3DS is moderate at 64 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.
school Local Schools
Swalwell Primary School
Front Street Community Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham
Whickham School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Milligans Bakery1.0 km
- R&M Martin & Son1.0 km
- Selfee0.9 km
- The Chuckling Cheese Company0.9 km
- Whickham News1.0 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Marriott Hotel Metrocentre0.5 km
- Travelodge Gateshead0.9 km
- Gibside Hotel1.0 km
- Holiday Inn Express0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Deanos1.0 km
- McDonalds0.8 km
- Starbucks (Metroasis)0.8 km
- Bakers and Baristas0.9 km
- KFC0.9 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Asda Stores Limited0.7 km
- Heron Frozen Foods Limited1.0 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- Aldi0.9 km
- Lidl0.2 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Burger King0.8 km
- Krispy Kreme0.8 km
- Da Vinci's0.1 km
- China Diner0.4 km
- Crunchy Chikin0.1 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Poachers Pocket0.9 km
- The One Eyed Stag0.9 km
- Blaydon Rugby Club0.5 km
- O'wa The Road Limited0.0 km
- The Bridle Path1.0 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Metrocentre1.4 km
- Dunston2.2 km
- Blaydon2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Hexham Road - Sands Road0.1 km
- Hexham Road - Brewery Bank0.1 km
- Clavering Road-Napier Road0.2 km
- Clavering Road-Brinkburn Avenue0.2 km
- Market Lane-Millers Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE163DS · Data under Open Government Licence