NE5 1BT is a sought-after residential area on Arnside Walk, 0.7km from Denton, West in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Chapel ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents average 47 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE5 1BT are sourced from Output Area E00042253 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ARNSIDE WALK, NE5 1BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARNSIDE WALK, NE5 1BT.
237
47
£ 33,400 /yr
49%
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.
Area Character
NE5 1BT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £170k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE5 1BT. The average age is 47.3. 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
£ 147,750
2 sales · Mean £ 147,750
Terraced
£ 141,300
1 sales · Mean £ 141,300
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE5 1BT is moderate at 51 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
Knop Law Primary School
Milecastle Primary School
West Denton Primary School
St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, West Denton
Walbottle Village Primary School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School
Studio West
Westerhope Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Londis/Chapel House Filling Station0.2 km
- Nisa Local0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- The Clay Oven0.2 km
- Coffee on the Corner0.4 km
- West Denton Indoor Bowls Centre0.6 km
- Raj bari0.1 km
- Walbotl Coffee House0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Heron Foods0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Chapel Chippy0.2 km
- Ma'ida Table Spread0.9 km
- Mr Lee Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Blutcher & District Social Club0.5 km
- The Bear and Barrel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon3.1 km
- Newcastle Airport4.7 km
- Metrocentre5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Chapel House Annex0.1 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Ainsdale Gardens0.2 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Elston Close0.2 km
- Hillhead Parkway0.3 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Hillhead Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE51BT · Data under Open Government Licence