Postcode Analysis Gateshead, North East

HOLLYBUSH GARDENS, NE40 3DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLYBUSH GARDENS, NE40 3DJ.

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Population

312

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 42,100 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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.

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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE40 3DJ spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 34.4% year-on-year.

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

NE40 3DJ is a safe, established residential area on Hollybush Gardens, 0.2km from Run Head in Ryton. Administratively it sits within Ryton, Crookhill and Stella ward and the Blaydon constituency.

For families considering a move, NE40 3DJ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £122k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 34.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE40 3DJ are sourced from Output Area E00041841 (shared with 12 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 NE40 3DJ. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 122,125

4 sales · Mean £ 130,062

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

NE40 3DJ has low crime rates — 37 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.

Violence and sexual offences44
Anti-social behaviour26
Other theft13
Other crime11
Criminal damage and arson10

school Local Schools

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Crookhill Community Primary School

Good186 pupils0.3 km
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St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon

Outstanding1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Ryton Social Club0.7 km
  • The Runhead0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Calabria Ryton Limited0.8 km
  • Miah Restaurant0.9 km
  • @ The Castle0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Ryton Garden Chinese Take Away0.6 km
  • Stargate Fish & Chip Shop0.2 km
  • Ryton Deli0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Crookhill News0.2 km
  • Kathleen's0.9 km
  • L&D Fruits0.8 km
  • Ryton Post Office0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group0.7 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hotel Michelangelo0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Blaydon2.4 km
  • Wylam4.2 km
  • Metrocentre5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Stargate Lane-Hollybush Gardens0.1 km
  • Stargate Lane-King Edward Road0.1 km
  • King Edward Road-War Memorial0.1 km
  • King Edward Road-Alexandra Gardens0.1 km
  • King Edward Road-Tyne Gardens0.1 km