NE26 1DX is a well-regarded residential area on Park Parade, 1.1km from Seatonville in Whitley Bay. Administratively it sits within Whitley Bay ward and the Tynemouth constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE26, NE26 1DX offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Outside of residential hours, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 93 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £432k, down 3.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE26 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00043599 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PARK PARADE, NE26 1DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK PARADE, NE26 1DX.
408
37
£ 42,000 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE26 1DX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE26 1DX spans multiple life stages — average age 37, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (37) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending down 3.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE26 1DX. The average age is 37.4. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 285,500
8 sales · Mean £ 313,999
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE26 1DX is above average at 93 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Marine Park First School
Marden Bridge Middle School
Coquet Park First School
Rockcliffe First School
Monkseaton Middle School
Appletree Gardens First School
Whitley Bay High School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, North Shields
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- The Black Horse0.9 km
- Promenade Club Ltd0.4 km
- The Fire Station0.3 km
- The Quarry0.9 km
- Vineyard 720.3 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
16 nearby- Whitley Bay Beefeater And Premier Inn0.4 km
- Aarden Grange Guest House0.5 km
- Alcatraz0.4 km
- Chedburgh Hotel0.5 km
- Hotel 520.4 km
- + 11 more
Retailers - Other
40 nearby- Acorn Community Church0.3 km
- B And M Stores0.3 km
- Holland And Barrett0.3 km
- Home Bargains0.2 km
- Iceland0.2 km
- + 35 more
Restaurant, Cafe
63 nearby- Baba Yaga's House0.4 km
- Bangkok Palace0.2 km
- Blue Bramble Teahouse0.4 km
- Boodles0.2 km
- Cafe Sambuca WhitleyBay0.2 km
- + 58 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsburys Local0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Papillon Pizza0.3 km
- Chengs0.7 km
- Kebab King0.4 km
- Lauras Fish Bar0.6 km
- Pablo Eggsgobao0.5 km
- + 19 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brockley Whins9.5 km
- Fellgate9.9 km
- Cramlington10.8 km
Bus Stops
- Park Avenue-Beach Avenue0.1 km
- Park Avenue - York Road0.2 km
- Park View-Marden Road0.2 km
- Park View-Park Gardens0.2 km
- Park Avenue -York Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE261DX · Data under Open Government Licence