Postcode Analysis Gateshead, North East

THE PAVILION, NE16 3BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE PAVILION, NE16 3BZ.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 39,100 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE16 3BZ 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.

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1/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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8/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 40, NE16 3BZ 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. Property prices are trending down 9.2% year-on-year.

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

NE16 3BZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Pavilion, 0.5km from Bates Houses in Whickham. Administratively it sits within Whickham North ward and the Blaydon constituency.

For families considering a move, NE16 3BZ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £273k, down 9.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE16 3BZ are sourced from Output Area E00170026 (shared with 22 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 NE16 3BZ. 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

White / British91.7%
Asian / British Asian4.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 275,000

11 sales · Mean £ 280,863

Semi-Detached

£ 215,000

3 sales · Mean £ 214,000

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

Crime around NE16 3BZ is moderate at 69 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences24
Shoplifting21
Anti-social behaviour18
Other theft16
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Swalwell Primary School

Requires Improvement128 pupils0.8 km
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Front Street Community Primary School

Outstanding433 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Marriott Hotel Metrocentre0.9 km
  • Holiday Inn Express1.0 km
  • Travelodge Gateshead1.0 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Asda Stores Limited0.9 km
  • Lidl0.2 km
  • Poundstretcher and Pet Hut0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • MFG Swalwell0.2 km
  • BP0.6 km
  • Lifestyle Express0.7 km
  • SMK Retailer Limited0.2 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Asda (Cafe)0.9 km
  • Pic-Nics1.0 km
  • Sambuca Metro Ltd1.0 km
  • Nisha's Tandoori0.2 km
  • Sambuca Swalwell0.3 km
  • + 8 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Happy Days Express0.3 km
  • Maguires0.3 km
  • Mondo Pizza and Grill0.5 km
  • Pizza Luciano0.3 km
  • China Diner0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Swalwell Junior Football Club1.0 km
  • Derwent Crossing0.7 km
  • The Skiff Inn1.0 km
  • The Sun Inn0.4 km
  • Blaydon Rugby Club0.2 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Metrocentre1.8 km
  • Blaydon1.9 km
  • Dunston2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Hexham Road0.2 km
  • Hexham Road - Broadmeadows Close0.2 km
  • Derwenthaugh Road-Sands Industrial0.2 km
  • Swalwell Roundabout0.2 km
  • Swalwell Roundabout0.2 km