Postcode Analysis Newcastle upon Tyne, North East

BECKSIDE GARDENS, NE5 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BECKSIDE GARDENS, NE5 1BQ.

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Population

254

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 33,400 /yr

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Employed

36%

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.

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

NE5 1BQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 93% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 42.6% year-on-year.

home £192,826 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE5 1BQ is a sought-after residential area on Beckside Gardens, 0.4km from Blucher Colliery in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Chapel ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne North constituency.

For families considering a move, NE5 1BQ represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £192k, up 42.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE5 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00042248 (shared with 2 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 NE5 1BQ. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 209,000

10 sales · Mean £ 231,295

Semi-Detached

£ 185,000

17 sales · Mean £ 193,588

Flat

£ 113,250

4 sales · Mean £ 107,875

Detached

£ 191,750

2 sales · Mean £ 191,750

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

NE5 1BQ has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting41
Anti-social behaviour40
Violence and sexual offences19
Burglary13
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Knop Law Primary School

Outstanding389 pupils0.4 km
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Milecastle Primary School

Good200 pupils0.7 km
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St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, West Denton

Outstanding0.8 km
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West Denton Primary School

Good308 pupils0.8 km
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Walbottle Village Primary School

Good175 pupils1.0 km
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St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School

Good192 pupils1.0 km
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Talbot House Children's Charity

Requires Improvement32 pupils1.2 km
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Newburn Manor Primary School

Good205 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Londis/Chapel House Filling Station0.5 km
  • Nisa Local1.0 km
  • Nisa Local0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • The Clay Oven0.5 km
  • Coffee on the Corner0.7 km
  • West Denton Indoor Bowls Centre0.8 km
  • Chop Suey Delicious0.3 km
  • Raj bari0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Heron Foods0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Chapel Chippy0.5 km
  • Ma'ida Table Spread0.7 km
  • Mr Lee Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Blutcher & District Social Club0.2 km
  • The Bear and Barrel0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Blaydon2.9 km
  • Newcastle Airport5.0 km
  • Metrocentre5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Old Hexham Road-Stephenson Terrace0.2 km
  • Hexham Road-St Cuthberts Church0.3 km
  • Chapel House Annex0.4 km
  • Hillhead Parkway0.5 km
  • Hexham Road-Lemington Road Ends0.5 km