NE7 7DS is a mixed residential area on Benton Road, 0.4km from Heaton, High in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Manor Park ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne East constituency.
For families considering a move, NE7 7DS represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £163k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 15.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE7 7DS are sourced from Output Area E00042195 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BENTON ROAD, NE7 7DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BENTON ROAD, NE7 7DS.
358
39
£ 45,900 /yr
53%
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 7DS is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 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 15.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE7 7DS. The average age is 39.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 156,000
6 sales · Mean £ 157,916
Semi-Detached
£ 135,000
1 sales · Mean £ 135,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE7 7DS 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
Ravenswood Primary School
Jesmond Park Academy
Cragside Primary School
Benton Park Primary School
Chillingham Road Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Heaton
Benfield School
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Vincenzos0.9 km
- Bubbl Tea Bar1.0 km
- Martha And Marys0.9 km
- Paros Greek Restaurant0.8 km
- Cream Curls0.8 km
- + 23 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Flint Pizza Ltd0.9 km
- Pizzaholic0.7 km
- Sketch's0.7 km
- Bianconero0.7 km
- Deli 22 and Deli News0.9 km
- + 19 more
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Omers Convenience Store0.7 km
- Argos0.6 km
- Freeman News0.8 km
- LSK Convenience Store0.1 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Newton Park Hotel0.6 km
- The Lochside0.8 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Co-operative Food0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Manors2.9 km
- Newcastle3.8 km
- Newcastle Central (Metro)3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Benton Road-Cemetary0.0 km
- Benton Road-Horsley Road0.1 km
- Benton Road-Craster Terrace0.2 km
- Coast Road-Benton Road0.2 km
- Etherstone Avenue-Cemetery0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE77DS · Data under Open Government Licence