Postcode Analysis Newcastle upon Tyne, North East

MELVILLE GROVE, NE7 7AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MELVILLE GROVE, NE7 7AR.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 56,700 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NE7 7AR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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10/10
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10/10
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7/10
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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. NE7 7AR's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £272k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE7 7AR is a sought-after residential area on Melville Grove, 0.7km from Heaton, High in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Dene & South Gosforth ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE7, NE7 7AR offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £272k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NE7 7AR are sourced from Output Area E00042210 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE7 7AR. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British74.0%
Asian / British Asian21.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 247,500

6 sales · Mean £ 259,166

Semi-Detached

£ 262,000

5 sales · Mean £ 266,400

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NE7 7AR has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences32
Anti-social behaviour11
Vehicle crime10
Other theft9
Public order7

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic School

Outstanding1453 pupils0.5 km
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Cragside Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils0.5 km
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Benton Park Primary School

Outstanding443 pupils0.7 km
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Jesmond Park Academy

Good2003 pupils0.9 km
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South Gosforth First School

Good298 pupils1.1 km
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Balliol Primary School

Good143 pupils1.1 km
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Archbishop Runcie CofE First School

Good186 pupils1.4 km
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Ravenswood Primary School

Good623 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • South Gosforth Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
  • Chip & Fish1.0 km
  • Hungry Shack1.0 km
  • Greggs PLC0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Newadventurelands0.9 km
  • Coffee House And WH Smith0.2 km
  • Pak Lok0.9 km
  • RVS Coffee Shop0.2 km
  • Willow-Maes Food And Coffee Bar0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Love And Peas1.0 km
  • Naturally North CBD1.0 km
  • Price Busters0.8 km
  • High Heaton Convenience Store And High Heaton Post Office0.8 km
  • High Heaton News0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Innisfree Social Club Ltd0.8 km
  • The Victory Pub0.9 km
  • Newton Park Hotel0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.8 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Manors3.4 km
  • Newcastle4.2 km
  • Newcastle Central (Metro)4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Freeman Hospital Grounds0.3 km
  • Freeman Hospital0.4 km
  • Cleveland Gardens0.4 km
  • Cleveland Gardens0.4 km
  • Freeman Hospital0.4 km