newcastle-upon-tyne NE3 Postcodes

Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE3)

The NE3 postcode area is located in the Newcastle Upon Tyne postcode town region, within the county of Tyne and Wear, and contains a total of 1713 individual postcodes.

There are 8 electoral wards in the NE3 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, 33% of people in NE3 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 NE3 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

The NE3 postcode is a postcode district of the Tyne and Wear post town in the NE England postcode area. It covers an area of 11.09 square miles, straddling the boroughs of South Tyneside and Newcastle upon Tyne. It has a population of over 34,000 people, as of 2019. The centre of the region is the suburb of Gosforth and the postcode region's main industrial area is at the junction of Redburn Road and Cowgate.

The area is predominantly residential, with many family homes in suburbs like Fawdon, Kenton, Coxlodge, Westerhope and South Gosforth. It also has a vibrant urban centre, with many shops, cafés and restaurants to enjoy.

There are two universities located in NE3 - Northumbria University and Newcastle University. Northumbria has a campus and several faculties and university buildings located in the area, while Newcastle University's main campus is located in NE1.

The region has excellent transport links, with several major and minor roads, as well as both Newcastle and Newcastle Airport located nearby. The area is served by three railway stations – Gosforth, Three Mile Bridge and Manors. Bus services operate in the area with local operators providing regular services, while Metro commuter rail links are also available.

There are several parks and green spaces located in NE3, with the largest being Leazes Park, a Victorian-era public park which is located in the centre of Newcastle and offers a variety of activities for visitors and locals alike. Other parks in the area include Armstrong Park and Arthur's Hill park, both of which offer picturesque views of the city and provide a great place to take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.

In addition to the parks, the area is also home to a range of leisure facilities and attractions, such as the iconic St James' Park, home of Newcastle United Football Club, as well as the Laing Art Gallery, a popular art space with multiple collections. The area also hosts a range of events throughout the year, from community and charity events to music festivals and markets.

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