About Blakelaw

Blakelaw is a residential area located in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, within the county of Tyne and Wear, England. It lies to the north of the city centre, bordered by the River Tyne to the west and the A1 motorway to the east. The area is primarily made up of terraced housing and modern apartment blocks, with several local amenities including shops, schools, and community centres. Public transport links are good, with regular bus services connecting Blakelaw to nearby districts and the city centre. The area has undergone significant redevelopment in recent years, improving housing quality and local infrastructure. It is part of the NE5 postcode area, which covers several surrounding neighbourhoods. Blakelaw offers a mix of older and newer properties, making it a diverse and accessible part of the city.

School Ratings in Blakelaw

Blakelaw is served by 215 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blakelaw

Property prices average £172K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £159K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blakelaw

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Blakelaw, with 95 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blakelaw

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blakelaw falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Blakelaw

Most properties in Blakelaw can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,515 sales

Average Price £172K
£385 — £8.25M
Detached £292K 1,137
Semi £159K 2,497
Terraced £133K 2,109
Flat £79K 598

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

123 Primary
24 Secondary
68 Other
Sure Start Central Children's Centre 0.3 miles Thomas Walling Primary Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, Fenham Primary 0.3 miles Sure Start North Fenham Children's Centre 0.4 miles Hilton Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles Stocksfield Avenue Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Fenham and North Fenham Children's Centre 0.7 miles Sacred Heart Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Sacred Heart Catholic High School Secondary 0.8 miles Kenton School Secondary 0.8 miles Newcastle Bridges School 0.8 miles Kenton Bar Primary School Primary 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Blakelaw IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blakelaw in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
12,076 Children (0-15) 20%
36,203 Working Age 61%
15,174 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 27.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Blakelaw 259 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Blakelaw experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Anti-social behaviour is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

95 Anti-Social Behaviour
64 Violence & Sexual Offences
23 Shoplifting
19 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Other Theft
12 Vehicle Crime
9 Public Order
7 Other Crime
5 Robbery
4 Burglary
3 Drugs
2 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Northumbria Blakelaw, Kenton and Fawdon Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Metrocentre Train Station 2.6 miles
Manors Train Station 2.7 miles
Blaydon Train Station 2.7 miles
Dunston Train Station 3.1 miles
Heworth Train Station 5.1 miles
Wylam Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kenton Bar 0.6 miles Newbiggin Hall Estate 0.9 miles Kenton 0.9 miles Fenham 0.9 miles East Denton 0.9 miles Kingston Park 1.2 miles Benwell 1.2 miles Westerhope 1.4 miles Spital Tongues 1.4 miles Denton Burn 1.4 miles Fawdon 1.4 miles Kenton Bank Foot 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Newcastle upon Tyne
Ward Chapel
Constituency Newcastle upon Tyne North
Parish Newcastle upon Tyne, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in NE5 30 shown View all streets

A167 2 Abbey Drive 1 Abbotside Place 2 Abbotsmeade Close 1 Abercrombie Place 1 Aberford Close 1 Acomb Gardens 2 Acton Road 1 Ainsdale Gardens 1 Ainslie Place 1 Aisgill Drive 3 Alcroft Close 1 Alderney Gardens 1 Allendale Court 1 Allenheads 2 Allerdale Drive 2 Allerwash 2 Allonby Way 1 Alnmouth Court 1 Alwinton Close 1 Ambergate Close 1 Ambleside Green 1 Amersham Place 1 Amesbury Close 1 Ancroft Place 1 Angerton Gardens 2 Anglesey Gardens 2 Anson Place 2 Antrim Close 1 Apperley 3

Postcodes in NE5 50 shown View all postcodes

NE5 1AA NE5 1AB NE5 1AD NE5 1AE NE5 1AF NE5 1AG NE5 1AH NE5 1AJ NE5 1AL NE5 1AN NE5 1AP NE5 1AQ NE5 1AR NE5 1AS NE5 1AT NE5 1AU NE5 1AW NE5 1AX NE5 1AY NE5 1AZ NE5 1BA NE5 1BB NE5 1BD NE5 1BE NE5 1BF NE5 1BG NE5 1BH NE5 1BJ NE5 1BL NE5 1BN NE5 1BP NE5 1BQ NE5 1BR NE5 1BS NE5 1BT NE5 1BU NE5 1BW NE5 1BX NE5 1BY NE5 1DD NE5 1DE NE5 1DF NE5 1DG NE5 1DH NE5 1DL NE5 1DN NE5 1DP NE5 1DQ NE5 1DR NE5 1DS