NE2 1DF is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Jesmond, South in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Ouseburn ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne East constituency.
For renters and young professionals, NE2 1DF offers residents in this subgroup are typically single or divorced eu-born migrants who live alone. many are aged 25 to 44 and are employed in sales and customer service occupations or are process, plant and machine operatives. a higher than group average proportion identify with the white ethnic group or other asian ethnicities, and many do not speak english very well or well. housing is principally in flats in the social or private rented sector, with households typically overcrowded, and home ownership rare. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of just 26, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 71% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE2 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00175555 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE2 1DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE2 1DF.
433
26
£ 0 /yr
15%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE2 1DF 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.
Area Character
NE2 1DF is a high-turnover rental hub — with 71% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Low crime and budget prices create strong demand from cost-conscious renters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE2 1DF. The average age is 26.0. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE2 1DF has low crime rates — 34 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.
school Local Schools
Christ Church CofE Primary School
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
Hotspur Primary School
Northern Counties School
West Jesmond Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Heaton
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
44 nearby- Gopuff0.7 km
- Big River Bakery0.5 km
- Master Chow Bakery0.5 km
- Mr V's Food And Wine Store1.0 km
- Nisa Local0.1 km
- + 39 more
Pub, NightClub
36 nearby- Brack Burger0.9 km
- Nancy's Bordello0.8 km
- Sandyford Social Club0.5 km
- Scranners @ Tanners Arms0.8 km
- The Carriage0.1 km
- + 31 more
Restaurant, Cafe
102 nearby- Burger Bro's0.5 km
- Forum Cafe0.5 km
- Mansion House0.5 km
- Newtons coffee house0.3 km
- Pizzeria Santana0.8 km
- + 97 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Marks And Spencer0.8 km
- Waitrose0.9 km
- AMart Asian Supermarket0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
46 nearby- Pizzabase0.8 km
- Sambuca Express0.8 km
- The Wretham Plaice0.5 km
- Davey's Breakfast & Sandwiches0.3 km
- Lev's Delivery Ltd0.7 km
- + 41 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Jesmond House YWCA0.7 km
- Osborne Hotel0.9 km
- The Avenue Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Manors0.9 km
- Newcastle1.6 km
- Newcastle Central (Metro)1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Sandyford Rd-Army Reserve Centre0.0 km
- Sandyford Road-Army Reserve Centre0.1 km
- Sandyford0.2 km
- Sandyford0.2 km
- Sandyford0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE21DF · Data under Open Government Licence