Postcode Analysis Gateshead, North East

POLMAISE STREET, NE21 4DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POLMAISE STREET, NE21 4DB.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 32,800 /yr

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Employed

64%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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3/10
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8/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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10/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE21 4DB spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 8.4% year-on-year.

home £126,250 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE21 4DB is a safe, established residential area on Polmaise Street, 0.5km from Bleach Green in Blaydon. Administratively it sits within Blaydon ward and the Blaydon constituency.

For families considering a move, NE21 4DB represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £126k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 8.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE21 4DB are sourced from Output Area E00041472 (shared with 8 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 NE21 4DB. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

64%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

Terraced

£ 106,250

24 sales · Mean £ 110,604

Semi-Detached

£ 90,500

1 sales · Mean £ 90,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NE21 4DB has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences53
Vehicle crime26
Anti-social behaviour21
Criminal damage and arson13
Public order7

school Local Schools

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Blaydon West Primary School

Good209 pupils0.3 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blaydon

Good0.3 km
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St Thomas More Catholic School

Outstanding1483 pupils0.4 km
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Parkhead Community Primary School

Good314 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon

Outstanding1.5 km
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Winlaton West Lane Community Primary School

Good393 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Best One0.5 km
  • Blaydon Community Larder0.8 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Home Bargains0.5 km
  • Kandola Brothers0.2 km
  • + 18 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Blaydon Staffs Club0.6 km
  • The Huntsman0.1 km
  • The Yard0.4 km
  • Queens Head Hotel0.9 km
  • Winlaton Vulcan Rugby Club0.9 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • McDonalds0.5 km
  • The Hendry School Of Irish Dancing Limited0.1 km
  • Costa Coffee0.5 km
  • Emmas Restaurant0.9 km
  • Sound Inc Studios0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Iceland0.5 km
  • The Co-operative Group1.0 km
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Coopland & Son (Scarborough) Ltd0.5 km
  • Crispy Cod0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • Golden Dragon0.5 km
  • Oh My Cod0.5 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Blaydon0.6 km
  • Metrocentre3.4 km
  • Dunston4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Blaydon Bank-Croftdale Road0.2 km
  • Sycamore Road0.2 km
  • Sycamore Road0.2 km
  • Blaydon Bank-Widdrington Road0.2 km
  • Pine Road0.2 km