NE9 5BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.1km from Shipcote in Gateshead. Administratively it sits within Deckham ward and the Gateshead constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE9 5BU are sourced from Output Area E00041592 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE9 5BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE9 5BU.
285
56
£ 38,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE9 5BU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 83% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, NE9 5BU is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE9 5BU. The average age is 56.0. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE9 5BU has low crime rates — 46 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Gibside School
South Street Community Primary School
Dryden School
Caedmon Community Primary School
River Tyne Academy Gateshead
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Gateshead
Kelvin Grove Community Primary School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
36 nearby- Bakery0.5 km
- Centrechem0.8 km
- Danskys0.8 km
- Fresh N Fruity0.8 km
- GK Butchers Limited0.8 km
- + 31 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Gateshead RUFC0.8 km
- Gateshead Snooker Centre0.1 km
- Gateshead Corporation Club0.5 km
- Gateshead Fell Cricket Club0.8 km
- Bensham Community Fishers Club0.9 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Bewicks (Central Library)0.4 km
- Sheriff Hill Methodist Church0.9 km
- Blossom Mini Day Spa & Pamper Parties0.7 km
- The Nest Cafe at the Elgin Centre0.8 km
- Saltwell Towers Tea Room0.9 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- A Bit Of A Mouthful0.5 km
- Golden Fish Inn0.9 km
- Superpie0.9 km
- The Imperial Express0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.1 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Heron Foods0.1 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- Ali Baba0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Durham House Hotel0.5 km
- The Globe Hotel0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newcastle Central (Metro)2.5 km
- Newcastle2.5 km
- Manors2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Dryden Road0.1 km
- Durham Road-Dryden Road0.1 km
- Dryden Road0.1 km
- Durham Road-Northbourne Street0.1 km
- Prince Consort Road - Shipcote Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE95BU · Data under Open Government Licence