Postcode Analysis Newcastle upon Tyne, North East

NE4 5BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE4 5BH.

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Population

387

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 34,800 /yr

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Employed

32%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE4 5BH 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.

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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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5/10
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Area Character

NE4 5BH has a significant social housing presence — 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 27-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

NE4 5BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 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 5BH 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. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newcastle upon Tyne. Full-time employment stands at 13% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for NE4 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00042607 (shared with 6 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 NE4 5BH. The average age is 27.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British32.5%
Asian / British Asian34.5%
Black / African / Caribbean22.9%
Other / Mixed10.1%

Economic Activity

32%Active
FT: 13%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

Crime around NE4 5BH is moderate at 58 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.

Violence and sexual offences243
Anti-social behaviour114
Public order63
Criminal damage and arson46
Other theft37

school Local Schools

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Moorside Primary School

Requires Improvement476 pupils0.1 km
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Westgate Hill Primary Academy

Outstanding690 pupils0.4 km
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Wingrove Primary School

Good469 pupils0.9 km
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Ashfield Nursery School

Outstanding112 pupils0.9 km
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Hawthorn Primary School

Good217 pupils1.0 km
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St Paul's CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement259 pupils1.1 km
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Our Lady and St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Good231 pupils1.1 km
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Callerton Academy

120 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Newcastle Dance Centre0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • Bindi0.7 km
  • Nergiz0.8 km
  • 201 Field Hospital0.5 km
  • Afghan Grill House0.2 km
  • Bakery And Cafe House0.8 km
  • + 23 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Pizza Addict0.8 km
  • The Canny Cod0.9 km
  • Earthlings0.8 km
  • Giga Tacos0.8 km
  • Hara Chef0.7 km
  • + 15 more
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Retailers - Other

40 nearby
  • Londis0.9 km
  • BALAJI WINES LTD1.0 km
  • Potraviny Shop0.2 km
  • Alsham Market0.5 km
  • Best-One0.3 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Back Home International0.8 km
  • Iceland0.2 km
  • Osas Afro Caribbean Food Shop0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Grainger Hotel0.5 km
  • Ozanam House1.0 km
  • The Brighton0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newcastle Central (Metro)1.6 km
  • Newcastle1.6 km
  • Manors2.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Walter Terrace-Powys Place0.2 km
  • Stanhope Street-Stanton Street0.2 km
  • Stanhope Street-Beaconsfield Street0.2 km
  • Walter Terrace-Sports Ground0.2 km
  • Studley Terrace-Dilston Road0.3 km