109,832TOTAL POPULATION
45,560HOUSEHOLDS
13.6%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£28,600AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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NE4 POSTCODE REGION

Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE4)

The NE4 postcode area is located in the Newcastle Upon Tyne postcode town region, within the county of Tyne and Wear, and contains a total of 1041 individual postcodes.

There are 4 electoral wards in the NE4 postcode area, including Alnwick, Ashington, Bamburgh, Bedlington, Belford, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Blyth, Boldon Colliery, Chathill, Choppington, Corbridge, Cramlington, East Boldon, Gateshead, Haltwhistle, Hebburn, Hexham, Jarrow, Morpeth, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Newcastle Upon Tyne, North Shields, Prudhoe, Riding Mill, Rowlands Gill, Ryton, Seahouses, South Shields, Stocksfield, Wallsend, Washington, Whitley Bay, Wooler, Wylam which come under the local authority of the Newcastle upon Tyne Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 14% of people in NE4 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of NE4 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The NE4 postcode is located in the Newcastle upon Tyne district in the UK. It covers the east side of the city, including Elswick, Benwell, Arthur's Hill, Scotswood, Chapel House, West Denton, and Fawdon.

The area of NE4 is known for its local pubs and bars, such as The Stag & Tannery, The Tanners Arms, and The Quay. They offer a variety of beers, wines, and spirits. The many local restaurants and takeaways are also popular spots, serving up dishes ranging from Indian cuisine to traditional British fare.

NE4 is also home to a number of attractions, including The Biscuit Factory, an art gallery and event space in Stoddart Street. It houses more than 300 artworks and provides workshops, lectures, and events throughout the year. Another standout attraction in NE4 is the multi-purpose Walkergate Community Park. This 38-acre public park, located on Eden Street, features a large artificial lake, a playground, and areas for sports and fitness.

The area of NE4 also has a variety of recreational facilities open to the public. These include swimming pools, tennis courts, squash courts, and a golf course. Other places of interest in the area include Newcastle's Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit, St. James' Park Stadium, and Newcastle Castle.

Public transportation in NE4 is also convenient, with multiple bus routes passing through the area. The Tyne and Wear Metro, the train line that connects Newcastle and the North East, also passes through the area.

In addition to its numerous attractions, NE4 is the location of the Royal Grammar School, one of England's oldest schools. This prestigious institution was founded in 1265 and has since become one of the most highly selective schools in the country.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 65%WORKING
  • 35%UNEMPLOYED

35% of people in NE4 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 14%AB
  • 46%C2/C2
  • 41%DE

According to census records, 14% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 57%WHITE
  • 43%NON-WHITE

57% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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NE4Tyne and Wear

Tyne and Wear

The county of Tyne and Wear

NE4 is located in the county of Tyne and Wear, in England.

Tyne and Wear has a total population of 1,128,800, making it the 16th largest county in the UK.

Tyne and Wear has a total area of 210 square miles, and a population density of 2090 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Tyne and Wear Postal Town Map
Outward CodeNE4
Postal TownNewcastle Upon Tyne
MSOA NameNewcastle upon Tyne 022
LSOA NameNewcastle upon Tyne 022D
CountyTyne and Wear
RegionTyne and Wear
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityNewcastle upon Tyne
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

NE4 Electoral Wards

The postal region of NE4, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Elswick
Fenham
Kenton
South Gosforth
Spital Tongues
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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