NE40 3DB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Reedside, 0.5km from Crookhill in Ryton. Administratively it sits within Ryton, Crookhill and Stella ward and the Blaydon constituency.
For serious buyers, NE40 3DB is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 94% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £400k.
Census 2021 statistics for NE40 3DB are sourced from Output Area E00041828 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
REEDSIDE, NE40 3DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for REEDSIDE, NE40 3DB.
269
56
£ 42,100 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 94% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, NE40 3DB is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £400k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE40 3DB. The average age is 56.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 400,000
5 sales · Mean £ 392,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE40 3DB has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Crookhill Community Primary School
St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon
Newburn Manor Nursery School
Newburn Manor Primary School
Thorp Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Bridgefields Bargains0.5 km
- Crookhill News0.7 km
- Newburn News1.0 km
- Kathleen's0.7 km
- L&D Fruits0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Half Moon Inn0.5 km
- Ryton Social Club0.5 km
- The Runhead0.1 km
- Tyneside Golf Club Limited1.0 km
- The Lane Head0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Calabria Ryton Limited0.6 km
- Coffee Johnny's Limited0.8 km
- Miah Restaurant0.7 km
- Tasty House1.0 km
- Branzino0.9 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- The Co-operative Group0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Ryton Garden Chinese Take Away0.6 km
- Stargate Fish & Chip Shop0.9 km
- Giuliani And Sons Fish & Chip1.0 km
- Ryton Deli0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon2.8 km
- Wylam4.0 km
- Metrocentre6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Holborn Court0.2 km
- Willows Court0.3 km
- Main Road-Runhead Estate0.3 km
- Stella Bank-Runhead0.3 km
- Stargate Lane-Main Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE403DB · Data under Open Government Licence