NE7 7BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bilsmoor Avenue, 0.5km from Heaton, High in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Manor Park ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne East constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE7 7BJ is a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 32% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £195k, up 51.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE7 7BJ are sourced from Output Area E00042193 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BILSMOOR AVENUE, NE7 7BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BILSMOOR AVENUE, NE7 7BJ.
308
36
£ 45,900 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NE7 7BJ is an established family neighbourhood — 55% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 51.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE7 7BJ. The average age is 35.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 165,000
13 sales · Mean £ 169,384
Semi-Detached
£ 164,000
5 sales · Mean £ 162,220
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE7 7BJ is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Jesmond Park Academy
Ravenswood Primary School
Cragside Primary School
Benton Park Primary School
Chillingham Road Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Heaton
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
Benfield School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Argos0.8 km
- Freeman News0.7 km
- LSK Convenience Store0.2 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Heaton Halal Superstore0.8 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Newton Park Hotel0.7 km
- Meldon Social Club And Institute1.0 km
- The Lochside1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Dean & Daniela0.8 km
- Monsieur Crepe Cafe0.3 km
- Wok India0.7 km
- Spice Grill0.6 km
- Newadventurelands0.5 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Co-operative Food0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Bianconero0.7 km
- Glazed0.2 km
- pizza 4 You0.2 km
- Sushi Gourmet0.8 km
- Denes Delicatessen1.0 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Rosebery Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Manors2.8 km
- Newcastle3.6 km
- Newcastle Central (Metro)3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Benton Road-Horsley Road0.2 km
- Benton Road-Cemetary0.2 km
- Newton Road-Holystone Crescent0.2 km
- Stephenson Road-Chillingham Road0.2 km
- Newton Road-Weldon Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE77BJ · Data under Open Government Licence