NE40 3DJ is a safe, established residential area on Hollybush Gardens, 0.2km from Run Head in Ryton. Administratively it sits within Ryton, Crookhill and Stella ward and the Blaydon constituency.
For families considering a move, NE40 3DJ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £122k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 34.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE40 3DJ are sourced from Output Area E00041841 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLYBUSH GARDENS, NE40 3DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLYBUSH GARDENS, NE40 3DJ.
312
45
£ 42,100 /yr
59%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE40 3DJ spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 34.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE40 3DJ. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 122,125
4 sales · Mean £ 130,062
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE40 3DJ has low crime rates — 37 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
Crookhill Community Primary School
St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Ryton Social Club0.7 km
- The Runhead0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Calabria Ryton Limited0.8 km
- Miah Restaurant0.9 km
- @ The Castle0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Ryton Garden Chinese Take Away0.6 km
- Stargate Fish & Chip Shop0.2 km
- Ryton Deli0.8 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Crookhill News0.2 km
- Kathleen's0.9 km
- L&D Fruits0.8 km
- Ryton Post Office0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative Group0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hotel Michelangelo0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon2.4 km
- Wylam4.2 km
- Metrocentre5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Stargate Lane-Hollybush Gardens0.1 km
- Stargate Lane-King Edward Road0.1 km
- King Edward Road-War Memorial0.1 km
- King Edward Road-Alexandra Gardens0.1 km
- King Edward Road-Tyne Gardens0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NE403DJ · Data under Open Government Licence