NE5 1AR is a sought-after residential area on Aisgill Drive, 0.4km from Denton, West in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Chapel ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne North constituency.
For families considering a move, NE5 1AR represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE5 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00042249 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AISGILL DRIVE, NE5 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AISGILL DRIVE, NE5 1AR.
253
49
£ 33,400 /yr
42%
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
NE5 1AR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE5 1AR. The average age is 49.4. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 155,000
5 sales · Mean £ 173,990
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE5 1AR is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
West Denton Primary School
St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, West Denton
Knop Law Primary School
Milecastle Primary School
Studio West
Westerhope Primary School
Mary Astell Academy
Beech Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Nisa Local0.4 km
- Londis/Chapel House Filling Station0.3 km
- Amina Ali Burnside Convenience Store0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Blutcher & District Social Club0.7 km
- The Bear and Barrel0.4 km
- West Denton Social Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Raj bari0.4 km
- May Flower0.9 km
- The Clay Oven0.4 km
- Coffee on the Corner0.2 km
- West Denton Indoor Bowls Centre0.3 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Papa Johns0.9 km
- Chapel Chippy0.4 km
- Gills Fish And Chips0.9 km
- Dinners Express West Denton0.9 km
- Mr Lee Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Heron Foods0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon3.0 km
- Newcastle Airport4.8 km
- Metrocentre5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hillhead Road-Ashdale Crescent0.2 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Hillhead Road0.2 km
- Hillhead Road-Ashdale Crescent0.2 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Ainsdale Gardens0.3 km
- West Denton First School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE51AR · Data under Open Government Licence