NE5 1DR is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km 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 mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Residents average 54 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE5 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00042854 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE5 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE5 1DR.
220
54
£ 40,200 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE5 1DR 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.
Area Character
NE5 1DR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 70% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 1DR. The average age is 54.4. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE5 1DR has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. 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
Westerhope Primary School
Studio West
Walbottle Village Primary School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Nisa Local0.7 km
- One Stop1.0 km
- Londis/Chapel House Filling Station0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Blutcher & District Social Club0.7 km
- The Bear and Barrel0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Raj bari0.1 km
- The Clay Oven0.1 km
- Coffee on the Corner0.3 km
- West Denton Indoor Bowls Centre0.6 km
- Chop Suey Delicious0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Malt And Salt1.0 km
- Chapel Chippy0.1 km
- Mr Lee Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Heron Foods0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon3.3 km
- Newcastle Airport4.5 km
- Metrocentre5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Hillhead Parkway-Elston Close0.0 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Ainsdale Gardens0.1 km
- Chapel House Annex0.2 km
- Hillhead Parkway0.3 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Terminus0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE51DR · Data under Open Government Licence