newcastle-upon-tyne NE17 Postcodes

Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE17)

The NE17 postcode area is located in the Newcastle Upon Tyne postcode town region, within the county of Tyne and Wear, and contains a total of 195 individual postcodes.

There are 9 electoral wards in the NE17 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 Gateshead Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 24% of people in NE17 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 NE17 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The NE17 postcode is an area of Newcastle upon Tyne in the North East of England. It covers the suburbs of Walkergate, Druridge Bay, Chillingham and Camperdown.

Walkergate is the main urban centre of NE17, and is popular with young professionals. It is home to a variety of restaurants, cafes, bars, and independent shops making up its bustling high street. Druridge Bay is a picturesque beach with a wide variety of facilities, and is popular with walkers and water sport enthusiasts. Chillingham is a picturesque village with winding country lanes for walking and a pub which serves home-made food. Finally, Camperdown is a suburb with a small river running through it, providing a peaceful atmosphere and plenty of green space for recreation and leisure.

The area of NE17 is well served by public transport with frequent buses and trains connecting it to the rest of Newcastle and Gateshead. Additionally, it has good road links with the A1058 and A19 running through the district.

The area has several primary schools, including Ovingham Middle School, Walkergate Primary School and Camperdown Primary School. As well as these, there are a range of secondary schools and colleges in the district, such as St Cuthberts School, Burnside College and Walbottle Campus.

The area of NE17 is home to numerous leisure facilities, including two sports centres, a fitness centre, a golf course and a public swimming pool. There are also many parks and open spaces in the district for visitors to enjoy, such as Burnside Park, Chillingham Woods and Grand Forest Park.

NE17 is a popular place to live, with many different housing styles available. From small terraced houses to large detached homes, there are a variety of options for people of all budgets. The area also has some excellent shops, from chain supermarkets to independent grocers and butchers.

The NE17 postcode has something for everyone, with lively nightlife, beautiful open spaces, great schools and a variety of leisure activities. With its excellent transport links, it is the perfect place to live and experience all that the North East of England has to offer.

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