NE9 5BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Shipcote in Gateshead. Administratively it sits within Deckham ward and the Gateshead constituency.
For families considering a move, NE9 5BW represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE9 5BW are sourced from Output Area E00041592 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE9 5BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE9 5BW.
285
56
£ 38,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE9 5BW 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
Average age 56, 83% owned. NE9 5BW is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE9 5BW. 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
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE9 5BW has low crime rates — 43 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
Gibside School
South Street Community Primary School
Dryden School
Caedmon Community Primary School
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Gateshead
River Tyne Academy 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 Church0.8 km
- Blossom Mini Day Spa & Pamper Parties0.7 km
- The Nest Cafe at the Elgin Centre0.9 km
- Dominics Cafe1.0 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- A Bit Of A Mouthful0.5 km
- Golden Fish Inn0.8 km
- Superpie0.9 km
- The Imperial Express0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.1 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Heron Foods0.1 km
- Ali Baba0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Durham House Hotel0.6 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
- Durham Road-Dryden Road0.1 km
- Dryden Road0.1 km
- Dryden Road0.1 km
- Durham Road Saltwell Park0.2 km
- Durham Road-Northbourne Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE95BW · Data under Open Government Licence