Postcode Analysis Newcastle upon Tyne, North East

GROVE PARK OVAL, NE3 1EF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROVE PARK OVAL, NE3 1EF.

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Population

541

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 57,000 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE3 1EF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. NE3 1EF's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £225k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 27.2% year-on-year.

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

NE3 1EF is a sought-after residential area on Grove Park Oval, 0.5km from Gosforth, South in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Gosforth ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE3, NE3 1EF offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £225k, down 27.2% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NE3 1EF are sourced from Output Area E00042717 (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 NE3 1EF. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.7%
Asian / British Asian3.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 205,000

38 sales · Mean £ 234,960

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NE3 1EF has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences44
Public order27
Anti-social behaviour23
Vehicle crime23
Shoplifting21

school Local Schools

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South Gosforth First School

Good298 pupils0.4 km
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Archbishop Runcie CofE First School

Good186 pupils0.6 km
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Gosforth Central Middle School

Good557 pupils0.7 km
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Archibald First School

Outstanding337 pupils0.8 km
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Gosforth Junior High Academy

Outstanding760 pupils0.8 km
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Gosforth East Middle School

Good515 pupils1.1 km
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Great Park Academy

60 pupils1.1 km
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Gosforth Academy

Good1995 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • Basilico0.5 km
  • Canny Crafty0.8 km
  • Gosforth Flame0.5 km
  • Lyndseys0.6 km
  • Wokify Express0.4 km
  • + 23 more
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • South Gosforth Wine Store0.6 km
  • Love And Peas0.7 km
  • Nisa Local0.4 km
  • Adrianos Deli0.4 km
  • Donald Gilberts0.4 km
  • + 7 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Barca0.4 km
  • Brandling Arms0.4 km
  • Gosforth Conservative Club0.5 km
  • The County0.4 km
  • The Queen Victoria0.4 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Greggs0.4 km
  • South Gosforth Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Hooked Fish and Chips0.6 km
  • Motijheel Indian Takeaway0.7 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.9 km
  • Asda1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Manors3.6 km
  • Newcastle4.1 km
  • Newcastle Central (Metro)4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Church Avenue-Church Road0.3 km
  • Church Avenue-Church Road0.3 km
  • Church Avenue-Rectory Grove0.3 km
  • South Gosforth Metro0.4 km
  • South Gosforth (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)0.4 km