NE5 1EA is a sought-after residential area on Arnside Walk, 0.7km from Blucher Colliery in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Chapel ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £172k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE5 1EA are sourced from Output Area E00042249 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ARNSIDE WALK, NE5 1EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARNSIDE WALK, NE5 1EA.
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE5 1EA spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. £172k 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 1EA. 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
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
Semi-Detached
£ 172,000
2 sales · Mean £ 172,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE5 1EA has low crime rates — 36 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
Walbottle Village Primary School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School
Westerhope Primary School
Studio West
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Londis/Chapel House Filling Station0.2 km
- Nisa Local0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- The Clay Oven0.1 km
- Coffee on the Corner0.5 km
- West Denton Indoor Bowls Centre0.7 km
- Raj bari0.1 km
- Walbotl Coffee House0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Heron Foods0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Chapel Chippy0.1 km
- Ma'ida Table Spread0.9 km
- Mr Lee Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Blutcher & District Social Club0.6 km
- The Bear and Barrel0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon3.2 km
- Newcastle Airport4.6 km
- Metrocentre5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Chapel House Annex0.1 km
- Hillhead Parkway0.2 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Elston Close0.2 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Ainsdale Gardens0.2 km
- Knoplaw First School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE51EA · Data under Open Government Licence