NE4 5AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Tamworth Road, 0.4km from New Mills in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Arthur's Hill ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE4 5AP is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 62% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newcastle upon Tyne. Full-time employment stands at 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £83k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE4 5AP are sourced from Output Area E00042606 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TAMWORTH ROAD, NE4 5AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TAMWORTH ROAD, NE4 5AP.
412
27
£ 34,800 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE4 5AP 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
With 41% social renting, NE4 5AP is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 27-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE4 5AP. The average age is 26.9. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 87,500
4 sales · Mean £ 94,000
Terraced
£ 65,000
1 sales · Mean £ 65,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE4 5AP is moderate at 57 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
Moorside Primary School
Westgate Hill Primary Academy
Wingrove Primary School
Ashfield Nursery School
Hawthorn Primary School
St Paul's CofE Primary School
Our Lady and St Anne's Catholic Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Newcastle Dance Centre1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
27 nearby- Bindi0.8 km
- Nergiz0.9 km
- 201 Field Hospital0.5 km
- Afghan Grill House0.3 km
- Bakery And Cafe House0.9 km
- + 22 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Pizza Addict0.9 km
- The Canny Cod0.9 km
- Earthlings0.9 km
- Giga Tacos0.9 km
- Hara Chef0.8 km
- + 15 more
Retailers - Other
39 nearby- Londis0.9 km
- Potraviny Shop0.3 km
- Alsham Market0.6 km
- Best-One0.4 km
- Bora Mini Market0.6 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Back Home International1.0 km
- Iceland0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Grainger Hotel0.5 km
- The Brighton0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newcastle Central (Metro)1.7 km
- Newcastle1.7 km
- Manors2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Studley Terrace-Dilston Road0.2 km
- Walter Terrace-Powys Place0.2 km
- Walter Terrace-Sports Ground0.2 km
- Studley Terrace-Brighton Grove0.3 km
- Stanhope Street-Stanton Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE45AP · Data under Open Government Licence