Postcode Analysis Newcastle upon Tyne, North East

LEYBURN DRIVE, NE7 7AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEYBURN DRIVE, NE7 7AP.

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Population

317

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 56,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE7 7AP 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.

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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NE7 7AP combines high owner-occupation (97%), strong property values (£307k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

NE7 7AP is a sought-after residential area on Leyburn Drive, 0.6km from High Heaton in Newcastle upon Tyne. Administratively it sits within Dene & South Gosforth ward and the Newcastle upon Tyne East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE7, NE7 7AP offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 97% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £307k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NE7 7AP are sourced from Output Area E00042223 (shared with 7 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 NE7 7AP. The average age is 40.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.1%
Asian / British Asian5.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed5.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 307,750

1 sales · Mean £ 307,750

Terraced

£ 210,000

1 sales · Mean £ 210,000

Semi-Detached

£ 320,000

3 sales · Mean £ 319,166

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

NE7 7AP has low crime rates — 26 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 offences43
Anti-social behaviour19
Vehicle crime11
Other theft10
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Cragside Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils0.4 km
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St Mary's Catholic School

Outstanding1453 pupils0.7 km
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Jesmond Park Academy

Good2003 pupils0.7 km
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Benton Park Primary School

Outstanding443 pupils0.8 km
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South Gosforth First School

Good298 pupils1.1 km
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Balliol Primary School

Good143 pupils1.4 km
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Ravenswood Primary School

Good623 pupils1.4 km
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West Jesmond Primary School

Outstanding614 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Freeman News0.2 km
  • Retail Shop Freeman Hospital0.3 km
  • Price Busters0.6 km
  • High Heaton Convenience Store And High Heaton Post Office0.6 km
  • High Heaton News0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Newton Park Hotel0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dean & Daniela0.2 km
  • Monsieur Crepe Cafe0.6 km
  • Wok India0.2 km
  • Newadventurelands0.8 km
  • Coffee House And WH Smith0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative Food0.5 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Greggs PLC1.0 km
  • 360 Takeaway0.2 km
  • Holywell Pizza0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Manors3.2 km
  • Newcastle3.9 km
  • Newcastle Central (Metro)3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Cleveland Gardens0.2 km
  • Cleveland Gardens0.2 km
  • Newton Road-Football Ground0.2 km
  • Cragside Primary School0.2 km
  • Newton Road-Denewell Avenue0.2 km