NE5 1BB is a well-regarded residential area on Austwick Walk, 0.5km 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 1BB represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £159k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 15.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE5 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00042250 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AUSTWICK WALK, NE5 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AUSTWICK WALK, NE5 1BB.
222
52
£ 33,400 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE5 1BB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NE5 1BB — age 52, 90% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (52) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending down 15.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE5 1BB. The average age is 52.1. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 135,000
5 sales · Mean £ 142,690
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE5 1BB is moderate at 59 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 Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Raj bari0.3 km
- May Flower0.9 km
- The Clay Oven0.3 km
- Coffee on the Corner0.3 km
- West Denton Indoor Bowls Centre0.4 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Papa Johns0.9 km
- Chapel Chippy0.3 km
- Gills Fish And Chips0.9 km
- Dinners Express West Denton0.9 km
- Mr Lee Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Heron Foods0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon3.0 km
- Newcastle Airport4.8 km
- Metrocentre5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hillhead Parkway-Hillhead Road0.2 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Ainsdale Gardens0.2 km
- Hillhead Road-Ashdale Crescent0.3 km
- Hillhead Road-Ashdale Crescent0.3 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Elston Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE51BB · Data under Open Government Licence