Postcode Analysis Newcastle upon Tyne, North East

PORTLAND ROAD, NE2 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTLAND ROAD, NE2 1BU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

1,183

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Avg Age

21

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

6%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE2 1BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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3/10
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Area Character

NE2 1BU is a student and graduate zone — average age 21, 48% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Low crime and budget prices are a strong draw for students and early-career renters.

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

NE2 1BU is a safe, established residential area on Portland Road, 0.3km from Shieldfield in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Ouseburn ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne East constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 21 — a clear signal of a student and young renter community, typically with strong café and nightlife culture nearby. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NE2 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00189971 (shared with 16 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 NE2 1BU. The average age is 21.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.1%
Asian / British Asian5.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed5.0%

Economic Activity

6%Active
FT: 4%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

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

NE2 1BU has low crime rates — 39 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 offences130
Anti-social behaviour88
Shoplifting69
Other theft39
Criminal damage and arson38

school Local Schools

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Hotspur Primary School

Good437 pupils0.4 km
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Christ Church CofE Primary School

Good141 pupils0.4 km
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St Catherine's Catholic Primary School

Good193 pupils0.7 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Heaton

Outstanding208 pupils1.1 km
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Byker Primary School

Outstanding465 pupils1.2 km
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Chillingham Road Primary School

Requires Improvement245 pupils1.4 km
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St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School

Good222 pupils1.5 km
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Northern Counties School

Inadequate96 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • Gopuff0.3 km
  • Heaton Park Store0.8 km
  • Wilko0.9 km
  • W H Smith1.0 km
  • Big River Bakery0.2 km
  • + 24 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

26 nearby
  • Brack Burger0.3 km
  • Nancy's Bordello0.6 km
  • Sandyford Social Club0.6 km
  • Scranners @ Tanners Arms0.3 km
  • The Carriage0.6 km
  • + 21 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

69 nearby
  • Brinkburn St. Brewery Bar & Kitchen0.8 km
  • Burger Bro's0.2 km
  • Cafe 1130.7 km
  • Forum Cafe0.2 km
  • Mansion House0.9 km
  • + 64 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Morrisons0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
  • AMart Asian Supermarket1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

29 nearby
  • Pizzabase0.5 km
  • Sambuca Express0.9 km
  • Taste Buds0.8 km
  • The Wretham Plaice0.3 km
  • Frankie & Tony's Sandwich Bar0.9 km
  • + 24 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Malmaison0.8 km
  • Newcastle Central Travel Lodge0.9 km
  • Hotel Du Vin And Bistro0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Manors0.8 km
  • Newcastle1.7 km
  • Newcastle Central (Metro)1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Stoddart Street-Garage0.1 km
  • Stoddart Street-Garage0.1 km
  • Stoddart Street-Bermondsey Street0.2 km
  • Portland Street-Warwick Street0.2 km
  • Warwick Street-Stadium0.2 km