NE39 1AH is a sought-after residential area on Lockhaugh Road, 0.6km from Lilley Drift in Gateshead. Administratively it sits within Winlaton and High Spen ward and the Blaydon constituency.
For families considering a move, NE39 1AH represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 99% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE39 1AH are sourced from Output Area E00042001 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOCKHAUGH ROAD, NE39 1AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOCKHAUGH ROAD, NE39 1AH.
319
48
£ 40,500 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE39 1AH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE39 1AH spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE39 1AH. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 140,000
1 sales · Mean £ 140,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
NE39 1AH has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rowlands Gill Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Thornley Woodlands Cafe0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon4.1 km
- Metrocentre5.5 km
- Dunston6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Lockhaugh Road-Farm0.3 km
- Lockhaugh Road-Hollin Hill Lane0.3 km
- Lockhaugh Road-Thornley Lane0.3 km
- Lockhaugh Road-Hollin Hill Lane0.4 km
- Thornley Lane-Glamis Crescent0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE391AH · Data under Open Government Licence