296,275TOTAL POPULATION
128,592HOUSEHOLDS
3.5%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£33,800AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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NE2 POSTCODE REGION

Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE2)

The NE2 postcode area is located in the Newcastle Upon Tyne postcode town region, within the county of Tyne and Wear, and contains a total of 656 individual postcodes.

There are 3 electoral wards in the NE2 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, 34% of people in NE2 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 NE2 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 NE2 postcode covers the Kenton and the Gosforth district in the Newcastle upon Tyne area of Tyne and Wear. The postcode district includes an area of northern Newcastle upon Tyne, stretching north from the city centre as far as the A1 motorway, and east to the A19.

Kenton and Gosforth are mainly residential suburbs, located close to Newcastle International Airport. The area is popular amongst students and young professionals, and there is plenty of local amenities within walking distance. There are several schools, a number of supermarkets, a large sports centre, and two golf clubs; plus a lively bar and restaurant scene. Good transport links via road, metro, and bus make getting around easy.

The area is well known for its green spaces; including Jesmond Dene, the Town Moor, the Arboretum, and the Heaton Park. These are excellent spots for local residents to relax and enjoy the outdoors, with plenty of child-friendly activities.

The major shopping centre in the area is the busy and vibrant Intu Eldon Square shopping centre. It boasts a huge range of shops, cafes, restaurants and entertainment venues, plus a wide range of services. There are also several independent stores and independent cafe culture.

For commuters, the A186 and A184 link the area to the city centre and the A1 links it to the motorway. There are regular buses to the nearby city centre and Metro Station Plus+ coaches into nearby towns and villages.

NE2 is a popular area, known for its great night out, its beautiful green spaces, and its great transport links. There's something for everybody in the NE2 postcode, making it a great place to live.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 51%WORKING
  • 49%UNEMPLOYED

49% of people in NE2 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 34%AB
  • 53%C2/C2
  • 13%DE

According to census records, 34% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 76%WHITE
  • 24%NON-WHITE

76% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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NE2Tyne and Wear

Tyne and Wear

The county of Tyne and Wear

NE2 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 CodeNE2
Postal TownNewcastle Upon Tyne
MSOA NameNewcastle upon Tyne 023
LSOA NameNewcastle upon Tyne 023A
CountyTyne and Wear
RegionTyne and Wear
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityNewcastle upon Tyne
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

NE2 Electoral Wards

The postal region of NE2, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Jesmond
Longbenton
South Gosforth
West Jesmond
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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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