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.
BOLAM ROAD, NE12 6YQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOLAM ROAD, NE12 6YQ.
469
40
£ 36,600 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
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
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.
school Local Schools
Grasmere Academy
Bailey Green Primary School
George Stephenson High School
Westmoor Primary School
Percy Hedley School
Amberley Primary School
St Marys Catholic Primary School, Forest Hall
Forest Hall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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, 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
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
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Postcode Profile: NE126YQ · Data under Open Government Licence