Postcode Analysis Newcastle upon Tyne, North East

THE CHESTERS, NE5 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CHESTERS, NE5 1AF.

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Population

254

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 33,400 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates NE5 1AF — age 53, 93% ownership, 4% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 3.9% year-on-year.

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

NE5 1AF is a sought-after residential area on The Chesters, 0.7km from Blucher Colliery in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Chapel ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE5, NE5 1AF offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 93% 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 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £335k, up 3.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE5 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00042248 (shared with 2 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 NE5 1AF. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 310,000

13 sales · Mean £ 318,500

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

NE5 1AF has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour39
Shoplifting39
Violence and sexual offences15
Burglary11
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Knop Law Primary School

Outstanding389 pupils0.5 km
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St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, West Denton

Outstanding0.6 km
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West Denton Primary School

Good308 pupils0.6 km
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Milecastle Primary School

Good200 pupils0.7 km
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St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School

Good192 pupils1.2 km
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Walbottle Village Primary School

Good175 pupils1.2 km
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Studio West

Good528 pupils1.3 km
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Talbot House Children's Charity

Requires Improvement32 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Coffee on the Corner0.6 km
  • West Denton Indoor Bowls Centre0.6 km
  • Chop Suey Delicious0.5 km
  • The Clay Oven0.5 km
  • Raj bari0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Heron Foods0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • fire pit1.0 km
  • Mr Lee Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
  • Chapel Chippy0.5 km
  • Ma'ida Table Spread0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Londis/Chapel House Filling Station0.5 km
  • Nisa Local0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Lemington Labour Club1.0 km
  • Blutcher & District Social Club0.4 km
  • The Bear and Barrel0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Blaydon2.8 km
  • Newcastle Airport5.0 km
  • Metrocentre5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Hexham Road-Lemington Road Ends0.3 km
  • Hexham Road-Lemington Road Ends0.3 km
  • Old Hexham Road-Stephenson Terrace0.4 km
  • Hexham Road-St Cuthberts Church0.5 km
  • Lemington Road Ends0.5 km