Postcode Analysis Gateshead, North East

DRYDEN ROAD, NE9 5BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRYDEN ROAD, NE9 5BX.

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Population

299

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NE9 5BX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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9/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE9 5BX spans multiple life stages — average age 54, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE9 5BX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Dryden Road, 0.3km from Shipcote in Gateshead. Administratively it sits within Deckham ward and the Gateshead constituency.

For families considering a move, NE9 5BX represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 54 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £67k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 1.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE9 5BX are sourced from Output Area E00041576 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE9 5BX. The average age is 53.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 70,000

28 sales · Mean £ 70,225

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NE9 5BX has low crime rates — 37 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.

Violence and sexual offences111
Criminal damage and arson35
Anti-social behaviour28
Public order23
Vehicle crime21

school Local Schools

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Dryden School

Outstanding55 pupils0.4 km
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Gibside School

Outstanding173 pupils0.5 km
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River Tyne Academy Gateshead

Good75 pupils0.6 km
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South Street Community Primary School

Requires Improvement248 pupils0.6 km
P

St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell

Good0.7 km
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Carr Hill Community Primary School

Good316 pupils0.8 km
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Caedmon Community Primary School

Good247 pupils0.8 km
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Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Gateshead

Outstanding0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • The Plough0.3 km
  • Gateshead RUFC0.7 km
  • Gateshead Snooker Centre0.2 km
  • The Three Tuns1.0 km
  • Gateshead Corporation Club0.6 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Anglo Pizza & Kebab0.3 km
  • Fish Fry0.7 km
  • Little Chip0.6 km
  • A Bit Of A Mouthful0.7 km
  • Golden Fish Inn1.0 km
  • + 13 more
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Retailers - Other

35 nearby
  • Bakery0.7 km
  • Centrechem1.0 km
  • Danskys1.0 km
  • Fresh N Fruity1.0 km
  • GK Butchers Limited1.0 km
  • + 30 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Bewicks (Central Library)0.6 km
  • The Coffee Bean0.9 km
  • Sheriff Hill Methodist Church0.7 km
  • Blossom Mini Day Spa & Pamper Parties0.9 km
  • The Nest Cafe at the Elgin Centre0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Morrisons0.9 km
  • Heron Foods0.3 km
  • Ali Baba0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Durham House Hotel0.7 km
  • The Globe Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Heworth2.7 km
  • Newcastle Central (Metro)2.7 km
  • Newcastle2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Dryden Road0.1 km
  • Dryden Road0.1 km
  • Durham Road Saltwell Park0.2 km
  • Old Durham Road-The Plough Ph0.2 km
  • Old Durham Road-Holyoake Gardens0.2 km