NE35 9BS is a safe, established residential area on Donside Close, 0.6km from Boldon in Boldon Colliery. Administratively it sits within Boldon Colliery ward and the Jarrow constituency.
For families considering a move, NE35 9BS represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £172k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE35 9BS are sourced from Output Area E00043726 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DONSIDE CLOSE, NE35 9BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DONSIDE CLOSE, NE35 9BS.
558
37
£ 42,800 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NE35 9BS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 73% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 NE35 9BS. The average age is 36.8. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 165,000
5 sales · Mean £ 154,700
Terraced
£ 128,000
1 sales · Mean £ 128,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE35 9BS has low crime rates — 36 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
Boldon School
West Boldon Primary School
Boldon Nursery School
Helen Gibson Nursery School
East Boldon Junior School
East Boldon Infants' School
Forest View Primary
Biddick Hall Infants' School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- George H Pickings0.9 km
- Leos Wines (KD's ) Off Licence1.0 km
- Boldon Convienence Store0.8 km
- Nisa0.4 km
- Simply Pour and Make/The Cookie Lady0.4 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Grey Horse Inn0.9 km
- Black Bull0.7 km
- Mid Boldon Club Ltd0.9 km
- The Black Horse1.0 km
- The Wheatsheaf1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Boldon Community Association0.2 km
- Support 81 Diner1.0 km
- Boldon and Cleadon Community Library0.5 km
- Boldon Golf Club0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Rising Sun Inn1.0 km
- Ali's House of Pizza1.0 km
- Daniela' s Fish Bar0.9 km
- Fast Fry0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brockley Whins1.5 km
- East Boldon1.6 km
- Fellgate2.8 km
Bus Stops
- New Road-School0.1 km
- Boldon School0.2 km
- New Road-Brooke Avenue0.2 km
- New Road-Brooke Avenue0.3 km
- New Road-School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE359BS · Data under Open Government Licence