Postcode Analysis North Tyneside, North East

BOLAM ROAD, NE12 6YQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOLAM ROAD, NE12 6YQ.

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Population

469

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 36,600 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. NE12 6YQ's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £146k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £146k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 48.7% year-on-year.

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

NE12 6YQ is a sought-after residential area on Bolam Road, 0.5km from Killingworth in Killingworth. Administratively it sits within Camperdown ward and the North Tyneside constituency.

For serious buyers, NE12 6YQ is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. 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 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £146k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 48.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NE12 6YQ are sourced from Output Area E00043030 (shared with 14 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 NE12 6YQ. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.7%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 46%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 160,000

9 sales · Mean £ 160,666

Flat

£ 89,000

6 sales · Mean £ 91,333

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

NE12 6YQ has low crime rates — 35 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.

Violence and sexual offences40
Anti-social behaviour39
Shoplifting19
Vehicle crime7
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Grasmere Academy

Good110 pupils0.3 km
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Bailey Green Primary School

Outstanding459 pupils0.5 km
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George Stephenson High School

Good1210 pupils0.6 km
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Westmoor Primary School

Requires Improvement346 pupils0.6 km
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Percy Hedley School

Outstanding170 pupils0.6 km
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Amberley Primary School

Good424 pupils0.7 km
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St Marys Catholic Primary School, Forest Hall

Good1.0 km
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Forest Hall Primary School

Good171 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Westmoor Bakery0.8 km
  • Eli's Bakery0.6 km
  • Home Bargains0.4 km
  • Boots0.6 km
  • Thorntons And Birthdays0.4 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • West Moor And District Social Club0.9 km
  • Killingworth Arms0.7 km
  • Killingworth Social Club And Institute Ltd0.6 km
  • The Plough0.7 km
  • The Station0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Juliano's / Diamond Pizza0.7 km
  • South Gosforth Fisheries0.8 km
  • The George Stephenson Inc Get Smashed.0.8 km
  • Kings Garden0.8 km
  • Pizza Cottage0.8 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Sambuca0.8 km
  • The Printworks Bar & Lounge0.6 km
  • Killingworth Cafe0.6 km
  • Cafe My Place0.5 km
  • McDonalds0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Morrisons0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cramlington6.3 km
  • Manors7.2 km
  • Newcastle7.9 km

Bus Stops

  • West Bailey-Garth 40.1 km
  • West Bailey-Garth 40.1 km
  • West Bailey-Turning Circle0.1 km
  • Southgate-School0.2 km
  • Citadel West0.2 km