NE5 1BS is a sought-after residential area on Barbondale Lonnen, 0.6km 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 1BS represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £205k.
Census 2021 statistics for NE5 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00042253 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARBONDALE LONNEN, NE5 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARBONDALE LONNEN, NE5 1BS.
237
47
£ 33,400 /yr
49%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE5 1BS spans multiple life stages — average age 47, 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 NE5 1BS. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
3 sales · Mean £ 224,000
Terraced
£ 186,500
2 sales · Mean £ 186,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE5 1BS is moderate at 52 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.
school Local Schools
Knop Law Primary School
Milecastle Primary School
St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, West Denton
West Denton Primary School
Walbottle Village Primary School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School
Studio West
Westerhope Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Londis/Chapel House Filling Station0.3 km
- Nisa Local0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- The Clay Oven0.3 km
- Coffee on the Corner0.5 km
- West Denton Indoor Bowls Centre0.6 km
- Raj bari0.2 km
- Walbotl Coffee House0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Heron Foods0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Chapel Chippy0.2 km
- Ma'ida Table Spread0.9 km
- Mr Lee Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Blutcher & District Social Club0.5 km
- The Bear and Barrel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blaydon3.1 km
- Newcastle Airport4.8 km
- Metrocentre5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Chapel House Annex0.2 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Ainsdale Gardens0.3 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Elston Close0.3 km
- Hillhead Parkway0.3 km
- Hillhead Parkway-Hillhead Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE51BS · Data under Open Government Licence