Postcode Analysis Gateshead, North East

DURHAM ROAD, NE9 5AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DURHAM ROAD, NE9 5AP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

198

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 37,800 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE9 5AP 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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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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8/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

NE9 5AP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £349k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

NE9 5AP is a safe, established residential area on Durham Road, 0.5km from Saltwell Side in Gateshead. Administratively it sits within Saltwell ward and the Gateshead constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE9, NE9 5AP offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £349k.

Census 2021 statistics for NE9 5AP are sourced from Output Area E00189941 (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 NE9 5AP. The average age is 36.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 388,000

1 sales · Mean £ 388,000

Flat

£ 300,000

3 sales · Mean £ 290,000

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

NE9 5AP has low crime rates — 14 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 offences26
Anti-social behaviour11
Vehicle crime11
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell

Good0.3 km
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Dryden School

Outstanding55 pupils0.5 km
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Kells Lane Primary School

Good449 pupils0.6 km
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River Tyne Academy Gateshead

Good75 pupils0.8 km
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Gibside School

Outstanding173 pupils0.9 km
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Kelvin Grove Community Primary School

Good362 pupils1.0 km
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Glynwood Community Primary School

Outstanding440 pupils1.0 km
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Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Gateshead

Outstanding1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

38 nearby
  • Nomies Deli1.0 km
  • Sheriffs Highway Stores Ltd0.8 km
  • Vantage Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Bakery0.9 km
  • Egg Free Cake Box0.7 km
  • + 33 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • Associates Club0.7 km
  • Cannon gateshead0.5 km
  • The Plough0.8 km
  • Gateshead RUFC0.3 km
  • Gateshead Snooker Centre0.8 km
  • + 12 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Ilbay's Turkish Restaurant0.8 km
  • Nafiza's Restaurant And Take Away0.7 km
  • Piazza Latina Restaurant0.8 km
  • St Helens Church Hall0.6 km
  • The Imperial Restaurant0.6 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Anglo Pizza & Kebab0.7 km
  • Fish Fry0.6 km
  • Layla Restaurant0.8 km
  • Little Chip0.9 km
  • A Bit Of A Mouthful1.0 km
  • + 19 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Morrisons0.3 km
  • Heron Frozen Foods Limited0.6 km
  • The Co-operative Group0.6 km
  • Heron Foods0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Heworth3.1 km
  • Newcastle Central (Metro)3.1 km
  • Newcastle3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Durham Road-Musgrave School0.1 km
  • Durham Road-Musgrave School0.2 km
  • Durham Road-Valley View0.2 km
  • Durham Road-Valley View0.2 km
  • Dryden Road-Musgrave Road0.2 km