NE39 1BB is a sought-after residential area on Deneway, 0.6km from Low Thornley in Gateshead. Administratively it sits within Winlaton and High Spen ward and the Blaydon constituency.
For families considering a move, NE39 1BB represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £257k.
Census 2021 statistics for NE39 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00042000 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DENEWAY, NE39 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DENEWAY, NE39 1BB.
272
55
£ 40,500 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
NE39 1BB is a settled retirement community — average age 55, 95% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE39 1BB. The average age is 55.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 257,500
4 sales · Mean £ 243,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
NE39 1BB has low crime rates — 7 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 Cafe0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon3.8 km
- Metrocentre5.2 km
- Dunston5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Lockhaugh Road-Thornley Lane0.1 km
- Lockhaugh Road-Farm0.1 km
- Thornley Lane-Glamis Crescent0.1 km
- Thornley Lane-Glamis Crescent0.1 km
- Thornley Lane-Hollinhill0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE391BB · Data under Open Government Licence