NE28 0DS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Howdon on Tyne in Wallsend. Administratively it sits within Howdon ward and the North Tyneside constituency.
For families considering a move, NE28 0DS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE28 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00043205 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE28 0DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE28 0DS.
260
51
£ 30,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE28 0DS 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE28 0DS spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE28 0DS. The average age is 50.7. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE28 0DS has low crime rates — 49 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
Denbigh Community Primary School
Stephenson Memorial Primary School
Silverdale School
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend
Churchill Community College
Wallsend St Peter's CofE Aided Primary School
Percy Main Primary School
Burnside College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Bewicke Service Station (Premier Store)1.0 km
- Dennis Chemist T/a Aschem0.5 km
- Dicksons0.3 km
- Discount Centre0.6 km
- Lifestyle Express0.7 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Willington Quay Social Club0.9 km
- Rosehill Tavern0.5 km
- The Mauretania0.1 km
- Wallsend Labour Club0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Jefe's Grill0.7 km
- Yolo Pizza0.9 km
- Bengal Spice0.3 km
- Hog Roast Deli0.5 km
- Silver Inn0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Family Gateway Cafe0.1 km
- Advanced Industrial Solutions (The Restaurant)0.9 km
- Entier Ltd1.0 km
- Relish The Caterer0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fellgate4.8 km
- Brockley Whins5.1 km
- Heworth6.5 km
Bus Stops
- Denbigh First School0.0 km
- Tynemouth Road - Howdon Lane0.3 km
- Tynemouth Road - Denbigh Avenue0.3 km
- Howdon Lane0.3 km
- Windsor Drive-Ilford Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE280DS · Data under Open Government Licence