newcastle-upon-tyne NE7 Postcodes

Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE7)

The NE7 postcode area is located in the Newcastle Upon Tyne postcode town region, within the county of Tyne and Wear, and contains a total of 373 individual postcodes.

There are 1 electoral wards in the NE7 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, 32% of people in NE7 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 NE7 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 NE7 postcode covers a large area in the North East of England. It is the largest postcode area in the entire Newcastle upon Tyne district. The area it covers sits mainly to the northern and western part of the district, stretching from the coast to the outskirts of the city.

The area is mainly residential, with a lot of the housing in the area being terraced properties built between the 1880s and 1920s. There are a number of retail outlets in the area, from small independent businesses to large chain stores. The landmark Gavinton and Northumberland Buildings are located to the East of the postcode.

The area is well connected by public transportation, with several bus routes passing through and the Metro, a service with links to the rest of Tyneside, nearby.

As the area is popular with families, there are a number of primary and secondary schools in the area, including Church High School for Girls, Walker Technology College, and West Walker Primary. There is also an abundance of green open spaces; Welbeck, Longbenton and South Gosforth Parks are all in close proximity, and each have their own lakes, games fields and recreational area for families.

The district is home to a number of sporting clubs, most notably SJP (St. James' Park) Football Club, as well as teams such as Newcastle Falcons,Blaydon and Blyth Spartans. There are also a number of churches in the area, including St. James' and St. Bartholomew's.

The main form of leisure in the area is the Northumberland Park, with its sporting facilities, theatres, and leisure centre. The area is also known for its friendly community spirit, with the annual Sunday Carnival a highlight of the calendar.

Finally, the local area is an ideal place for new businesses, with a variety of office space for rent. The area is also popular amongst young professionals, with a good selection of bars and restaurants.

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