NE9 5BJ is a safe, established residential area on Ashtrees Gardens, 0.5km from Shipcote in Gateshead. Administratively it sits within Deckham ward and the Gateshead constituency.
For serious buyers, NE9 5BJ is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 99% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £575k, up 80.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE9 5BJ are sourced from Output Area E00041578 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHTREES GARDENS, NE9 5BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHTREES GARDENS, NE9 5BJ.
362
42
£ 38,500 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE9 5BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NE9 5BJ's low deprivation rank, 99% ownership, and £575k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £575k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 80.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE9 5BJ. The average age is 41.7. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 585,000
2 sales · Mean £ 585,000
Semi-Detached
£ 342,250
2 sales · Mean £ 342,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE9 5BJ has low crime rates — 24 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.
school Local Schools
Dryden School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell
Gibside School
River Tyne Academy Gateshead
Kelvin Grove Community Primary School
South Street Community Primary School
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Gateshead
Kells Lane Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Associates Club1.0 km
- Cannon gateshead0.8 km
- The Plough0.5 km
- Gateshead RUFC0.5 km
- Gateshead Snooker Centre0.4 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Nafiza's Restaurant And Take Away1.0 km
- St Helens Church Hall0.9 km
- The Imperial Restaurant0.9 km
- Bewicks (Central Library)0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Anglo Pizza & Kebab0.4 km
- Fish Fry0.6 km
- Little Chip0.7 km
- A Bit Of A Mouthful0.7 km
- Golden Fish Inn0.8 km
- + 14 more
Retailers - Other
41 nearby- Bakery0.7 km
- Egg Free Cake Box1.0 km
- GS Pannu0.6 km
- HAQS General Dealers0.7 km
- Passion 4 Fruit0.9 km
- + 36 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Morrisons0.6 km
- Heron Foods0.5 km
- Ali Baba0.8 km
- Heron Frozen Foods Limited0.9 km
- The Co-operative Group0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Durham House Hotel1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newcastle Central (Metro)2.8 km
- Newcastle2.8 km
- Heworth2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Durham Road-Valley View0.1 km
- Durham Road-Valley View0.1 km
- Durham Road Saltwell Park0.2 km
- Dryden Road-Valley Drive0.2 km
- Dryden Road-Valley Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE95BJ · Data under Open Government Licence