NE16 3AD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Swalwell in Whickham. Administratively it sits within Whickham North ward and the Blaydon constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE16 3AD are sourced from Output Area E00170026 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE16 3AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE16 3AD.
303
40
£ 39,100 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE16 3AD 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 40, NE16 3AD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE16 3AD. The average age is 40.2. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE16 3AD is moderate at 65 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
Swalwell Primary School
Front Street Community Primary School
Whickham School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Marriott Hotel Metrocentre0.7 km
- Holiday Inn Express1.0 km
- Travelodge Gateshead1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- McDonalds1.0 km
- Starbucks (Metroasis)1.0 km
- Asda (Cafe)0.8 km
- Buzz Bingo1.0 km
- Pic-Nics0.8 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda Stores Limited0.8 km
- Lidl0.1 km
- Poundstretcher and Pet Hut0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Burger King1.0 km
- Krispy Kreme1.0 km
- Happy Days Express0.2 km
- Maguires0.1 km
- Mondo Pizza and Grill0.3 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Greggs0.9 km
- MFG Swalwell0.0 km
- BP0.7 km
- Lifestyle Express0.5 km
- SMK Retailer Limited0.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Derwent Crossing0.8 km
- The Skiff Inn1.0 km
- The Sun Inn0.2 km
- Blaydon Rugby Club0.3 km
- O'wa The Road Limited0.2 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Metrocentre1.6 km
- Blaydon2.1 km
- Dunston2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Hexham Road - Sands Road0.1 km
- Hexham Road - Brewery Bank0.1 km
- Hexham Road - Broadmeadows Close0.1 km
- Hexham Road0.2 km
- Clavering Road-Whickham Bank0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE163AD · Data under Open Government Licence