NE2 1DW is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Shieldfield in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Ouseburn ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne East constituency.
For renters and young professionals, NE2 1DW offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of just 21, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE2 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00189971 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE2 1DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE2 1DW.
1,183
21
£ 0 /yr
6%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE2 1DW 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 1DW 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE2 1DW. 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
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 1DW has low crime rates — 44 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
Hotspur Primary School
Christ Church CofE Primary School
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Heaton
Byker Primary School
Chillingham Road Primary School
St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School
Northern Counties School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Gopuff0.3 km
- Heaton Park Store0.7 km
- Wilko0.8 km
- Big River Bakery0.2 km
- Master Chow Bakery0.3 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- Brack Burger0.3 km
- Nancy's Bordello0.7 km
- Sandyford Social Club0.6 km
- Scranners @ Tanners Arms0.3 km
- The Carriage0.7 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
66 nearby- Brinkburn St. Brewery Bar & Kitchen0.7 km
- Burger Bro's0.2 km
- Cafe 1130.7 km
- Forum Cafe0.3 km
- Mansion House0.9 km
- + 61 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Morrisons0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Tesco0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
33 nearby- Pizzabase0.5 km
- Sambuca Express0.9 km
- Taste Buds0.7 km
- The Wretham Plaice0.3 km
- Frankie & Tony's Sandwich Bar1.0 km
- + 28 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Malmaison0.8 km
- Newcastle Central Travel Lodge0.9 km
- Hotel Du Vin And Bistro0.7 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
- Warwick Street-Stadium0.2 km
- Warwick Street-Stadium0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE21DW · Data under Open Government Licence