Pooley Close Blakelaw, Newcastle upon Tyne
7 addresses across 3 postcodes (NE5), about 200 m long. USRN 8202584.
- Flood: 5 addresses on its postcodes are in areas at high or medium risk of flooding from rivers, the sea or surface water.
- Council tax: Most homes around it are in council tax band A; Band D in Newcastle upon Tyne costs £2,542 a year in 2026-27.
- Broadband: Gigabit broadband is available to 0% to 100% of premises.
- Transport: The nearest railway station is MetroCentre, about 3.6 km (2.2 miles) away in a straight line.
- Green space: The nearest park or garden is about 300 m away.
- Air: Background air pollution in 2024 was 12.5 µg/m³ of nitrogen dioxide and 6.5 of PM2.5, within UK legal limits.
- Height: Its addresses are 86 to 89 m above sea level.
- Noise: 5 of its 7 addresses are modelled at 55 dB or more from road traffic.
- Doctors: The nearest GP surgery is Denton Turret Medical Centre, about 1 km (0.6 miles) away, with 4 practices within 1.6 km (1 mile).
- People: About 230 people lived in the census areas around it in 2021; 39% of households owned their home and 22% of adults held a degree or other higher qualification.
- Crime: 167 crimes were recorded within 250 m between September 2025 and August 2026, most often shoplifting.
Sales on this street
| Year | Sales | Median price | Lowest | Highest |
|---|
| Date | Address | Type | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Sep 2015 | 4 NE5 2TF | Other | £1,150,000 | Leasehold. Not a standard sale (repossession, buy-to-let or transfer). |
| 30 Sep 2015 | 2 NE5 2TF | Other | £306,260 | Leasehold. Not a standard sale (repossession, buy-to-let or transfer). |
| 28 Mar 2014 | 4 NE5 2TF | Other | £415,000 | Not a standard sale (repossession, buy-to-let or transfer). |
| 26 Mar 2014 | 2 NE5 2TF | Other | £122,000 | Not a standard sale (repossession, buy-to-let or transfer). |
Energy performance certificates
No certificates found for addresses on this street.
Council tax
What each band costs in Newcastle upon Tyne in 2026-27: Band D £2,542 a year on average, including the police, fire and any county and parish charges.
| A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| £1,695 | £1,977 | £2,260 | £2,542 | £3,107 | £3,672 | £4,237 | £5,084 |
Homes by band in the neighbourhood around this street: most are in band A (66% of about 740 homes).
Planning and heritage
- Conservation area: no postcode centre in this street's postcodes is in one.
- Listed buildings on or by this street: none.
- Article 4 direction (removing permitted development rights): none recorded, though not every council has published theirs.
- Tree preservation orders: none recorded, though not every council has published theirs.
- Green belt: no.
Brownfield land registered for housing within 1 km (0.6 miles)
- Coniston Court Slatyford Lane: up to 37 homes, permissioned (280 m)
- Site of 22-140 Roundhill Avenue: up to 53 homes, permissioned (510 m (0.3 miles))
- Gas Holder site to East of Pottery Bank Walker Newcastle: up to 66 homes, not permissioned (710 m (0.4 miles))
- Malmo Quay, Quayside, Ouseburn: up to 77 homes, not permissioned (1 km (0.6 miles))
Roadworks
Finished in the last three months
- 6 October 2026 to 8 October 2026: BT, Utility repair and maintenance works, give and take, on the footway (minor works)
- 29 September 2026: BT, Utility repair and maintenance works, some carriageway incursion, on the footway (minor works)
Flood risk
Rivers, the sea or surface water: in this street's postcodes, 3 addresses are in areas at high risk, 2 at medium risk and 12 at low risk. Each address counts once, at the higher of its rivers-and-sea and surface-water risk.
Rivers and the sea alone: no home is in an area at risk.
High: 3.3% (1 in 30) or more chance of flooding a year. Medium: 1% to 3.3%. Low: 0.1% to 1%. Very low: under 0.1%. The rivers and sea figures allow for flood defences. Counts cover whole postcodes, which can include other streets.
Flood zone for planning: no postcode centre on this street is in flood zone 2 or 3.
| Postcode | Planning zone | Addresses at high / medium / low risk | Groundwater |
|---|---|---|---|
| NE5 2TF | not in 2 or 3 | 0 / 0 / 0 | unlikely |
| NE5 2SF | not in 2 or 3 | 0 / 0 / 1 | unlikely |
| NE5 2SD | not in 2 or 3 | 3 / 2 / 11 | unlikely |
Height above sea level
The street's 7 addresses are between 86 m and 89 m above sea level (87 m on average).
Broadband
| Postcode | Superfast (30 Mbit/s+) | Ultrafast (300 Mbit/s+) | Gigabit | Below 10 Mbit/s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NE5 2SD | 100% | 100% | 100% | 0% |
| NE5 2SF | 71% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| NE5 2TF | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
Getting around
| Nearest | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
| Railway stations | MetroCentre 632,000 journeys in 2024–25 | 3.6 km (2.2 miles) |
| Blaydon 69,000 journeys in 2024–25 | 3.6 km (2.2 miles) | |
| Newcastle 11 million journeys in 2024–25 | 4.5 km (2.8 miles) | |
| Bus stops | 16 stops within 400 m (0.2 miles), 39 within 800 m (0.5 miles); nearest Pooley Road Slatyford | 90 m |
| Bus or coach station | Interchange Metrocentre | 3.6 km (2.2 miles) |
| Ferry terminal | Newcastle International Ferry Terminal Royal Quays | 14.5 km (9 miles) |
| Car parks | Morrisons Car park-Newcastle upon Tyne Azalea Road | 1.1 km (0.7 miles) |
| EV charging points | 1 within 1.6 km (1 mile); nearest MFG Charging Station | 1.2 km (0.7 miles) |
| Airport with scheduled flights | Newcastle International Airport NCL | 5.4 km (3.3 miles) |
Local services
| Nearest | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
| GP surgeries | 4 practices within 1.6 km (1 mile); nearest Denton Turret Medical Centre | 1 km (0.6 miles) |
| Pharmacies | 7 pharmacies within 1.6 km (1 mile); nearest Blakelaw Pharmacy | 590 m (0.4 miles) |
| NHS dentists | 7 practices within 1.6 km (1 mile); nearest Netherby Drive (Dental Surgery) | 850 m (0.5 miles) |
| Hospital | Newcastle General Hospital | 2.6 km (1.6 miles) |
| Police station | Northumbria Police - Etal Lane Police Station | 1.2 km (0.7 miles) |
| Cash machines | ATM | 1 km (0.6 miles) |
Parks and green space
| Nearest | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
| Park or garden | 5 within 800 m (0.5 miles); nearest Unnamed 13 ha | 300 m |
| Play area | 2 within 800 m (0.5 miles); nearest Unnamed 250 m² | 580 m (0.4 miles) |
| Playing field | 2 within 800 m (0.5 miles); nearest Unnamed 3.5 ha | 280 m |
| Allotments | 2 within 800 m (0.5 miles); nearest Unnamed 2.2 ha | 580 m (0.4 miles) |
Within 800 m (0.5 miles): 5 parks and gardens, 18 hectares in all.
Landmarks
The nearest historic landmark is Hadrian's Wall in wall mile 7, Scotswood section of Hadrian's Wall in garden of West Road Methodist Chapel, a scheduled monument, 1 km (0.6 miles) south-west.
| Name | What it is | From the middle of the street |
|---|---|---|
| Hadrian's Wall in wall mile 7, Scotswood section of Hadrian's Wall in garden of West Road Methodist Chapel | Scheduled monument | 1 km (0.6 miles) south-west |
| Hadrian's Wall in wall mile 7, Scotswood section of Hadrian's Wall in the grounds of Benwell Hill Cricket Club | Scheduled monument | 1 km (0.6 miles) south |
| Hadrian's Wall and vallum in wall mile 7, Scotswood section from Denton Road to Denton Dene | Scheduled monument | 1 km (0.7 miles) south-west |
| Battle of Newburn Ford 1640 | Registered battlefield | 4.6 km (2.9 miles) west |
| Name | What it is | From the middle of the street |
|---|---|---|
| Newbiggin Dene | Valley | 1.9 km (1.2 miles) north |
| Cow Hill | Hill | 2.4 km (1.5 miles) east |
| Lemington Gut | Tidal water | 2.7 km (1.7 miles) south-west |
| Lemington Point | Wetland | 2.7 km (1.7 miles) south-west |
| Red Runner Plantation | Wood | 3.3 km (2.1 miles) north |
| Shibdon Pond | Lake or reservoir | 3.7 km (2.3 miles) south |
Air quality
| Pollutant | Here | UK limit | WHO guideline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) | 12.5 | 40 | 10 |
| Fine particles (PM2.5) | 6.5 | 20 | 5 |
| Particles (PM10) | 11.1 | 40 | 15 |
All three are within the UK legal limits; nitrogen dioxide and PM2.5 are above the WHO guideline, as in most towns and cities.
Road, rail and aircraft noise
| Level | Road traffic | Railways | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 to 59 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 55 | 2 | 7 | 7 |
5 of the street's 7 addresses are modelled at 55 dB or more from road traffic, above the WHO guidelines.
Climate, daylight and earthquakes
Monthly temperatures and rainfall, sunrise and sunset through the year, and earthquakes recorded nearby since 1970 are much the same across the area, so they are worked out once for Newcastle upon Tyne: see them on the Newcastle upon Tyne page.
Nearest schools
| School | Phase | Ages | Distance | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Walling Primary Academy | Primary | 2–11 | 410 m (0.3 miles) | Good (May 2021, overall grade under the previous framework) |
| Hilton Primary Academy | Primary | 2–11 | 480 m (0.3 miles) | No overall grade (Sep 2025, graded inspection without an overall judgement): Quality of education: Outstanding; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Outstanding |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, Fenham Roman Catholic | Primary | 3–11 | 620 m (0.4 miles) | No published inspection |
| Stocksfield Avenue Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | 1 km (0.6 miles) | No published inspection |
| Beech Hill Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | 1.1 km (0.7 miles) | Good (Mar 2023, overall grade under the previous framework) |
| Farne Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | 1.2 km (0.7 miles) | No published inspection |
| St Cuthbert's High School Roman Catholic | Secondary | 11–18 | 1.3 km (0.8 miles) | Good (Feb 2024, overall grade under the previous framework) |
| Sacred Heart Primary School Roman Catholic | Primary | 3–11 | 1.3 km (0.8 miles) | No published inspection |
| Sacred Heart Catholic High School Roman Catholic | Secondary | 11–18 | 1.4 km (0.9 miles) | No overall grade (Dec 2024, graded inspection without an overall judgement): Quality of education: Outstanding; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Outstanding |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle Roman Catholic | Primary | 4–11 | 1.5 km (0.9 miles) | Good (Mar 2024, overall grade under the previous framework) |
| Studio West | Secondary | 11–19 | 1.5 km (0.9 miles) | No overall grade (Dec 2024, graded inspection without an overall judgement): Quality of education: Requires improvement; Behaviour and attitudes: Requires improvement; Personal development: Requires improvement; Leadership and management: Requires improvement |
| Cheviot Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | 1.6 km (1 mile) | Report card (Jun 2026): Curriculum and teaching: Expected standard; Achievement: Expected standard; Attendance and behaviour: Needs attention; Personal development and wellbeing: Strong standard; Inclusion: Strong standard; Leadership and governance: Expected standard; Early years: Expected standard; Safeguarding standards: Met |
Food hygiene ratings nearby
| Business | Type | Distance | Rating | Rated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance Healthcare NE5 2TF | Distributors/Transporters | 70 m | Exempt | |
| Lidl NE5 2SF | Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 130 m | 5 Very good | 5 Oct 2026 |
| Costa NE5 2SF | Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 130 m | 5 Very good | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Iceland NE5 2SF | Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 130 m | 5 Very good | 5 Oct 2026 |
| Fenham Superstore NE5 2HD | Retailers - other | 360 m | 5 Very good | 27 Oct 2021 |
| Universal Kids Childcare NE5 3PL | Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises | 410 m (0.3 miles) | 5 Very good | 10 Jun 2024 |
| Slatyford Tenants Association NE5 2SS | Pub/bar/nightclub | 440 m (0.3 miles) | 5 Very good | 10 Apr 2024 |
| Slatyford News NE5 2SS | Retailers - other | 450 m (0.3 miles) | 4 Good | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Newcastle Community Asset Trust NE5 3PN | Retailers - other | 460 m (0.3 miles) | 5 Very good | 9 Nov 2022 |
| Newcastle Community Pantry NE5 3PN | Retailers - other | 460 m (0.3 miles) | 5 Very good | 3 Jun 2025 |
| Katie's Coffee Shop NE5 3PN | Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 470 m (0.3 miles) | 1 Major improvement necessary | 14 Nov 2025 |
Crime within 250 m
| Category | Crimes |
|---|---|
| Shoplifting | 59 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 25 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 18 |
| Public order | 14 |
| Vehicle crime | 12 |
| Robbery | 8 |
| Burglary | 8 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 7 |
| Other theft | 6 |
| Other crime | 5 |
| Drugs | 3 |
| Bicycle theft | 2 |
Most of these are attached to: On or near Shopping Area (62); On or near Fulwell Green (27); On or near Finsmere Place (22); On or near Barclay Place (17); On or near Bus/Coach Station (12).
People and work
Who lives here
| Around this street | England | |
|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48 | 40 |
| Children under 15 | 13% | 17% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23% | 18% |
Homes
| Around this street | England | |
|---|---|---|
| Owned (outright or with a mortgage) | 39% | 61% |
| Owned outright | 19% | 33% |
| Shared ownership | 0% | 1% |
| Social rented | 50% | 17% |
| Private rented | 12% | 21% |
Work and commuting
| Around this street | England | |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (16 and over) in work | 49% | 57% |
| Unemployment (of those working or looking for work) | 21% | 6% |
| Retired (of adults) | 24% | 22% |
| Long-term sick or disabled (of adults) | 5% | 4% |
| Work mainly from home (of those in work) | 13% | 32% |
| Travel to work by car or van | 45% | 48% |
| By train, Underground, metro or tram | 2% | 4% |
| By any public transport, including bus | 38% | 8% |
| On foot or by bicycle | 3% | 10% |
| Work within 10 km (6 miles) of home (of those who travel to work) | 83% | 65% |
| Work 30 km (19 miles) or more away | 1% | 8% |
Education and languages
| Around this street | England | |
|---|---|---|
| Degree or other higher qualification, Level 4+ (of adults) | 22% | 34% |
| No qualifications | 27% | 18% |
| Apprenticeship as highest qualification | 6% | 5% |
| Main language English (aged 3 and over) | 97% | 91% |
| Cannot speak English well or at all | under 1% | 2% |
Deprivation
The neighbourhood around this street is in decile 4 of 10 on the English Indices of Deprivation 2025, where 1 is the most deprived tenth of England's 33,755 neighbourhoods and 10 the least.
What has changed
Nothing new since the change feed started on 30 October 2026. New sales and energy certificates, and hygiene ratings, school inspections and flood figures nearby, will be listed here as the sources update.
Postcodes on this street
- NE5 2TF: 4 addresses of 5 in the postcode
- NE5 2SF: 2 addresses of 19 in the postcode
- NE5 2SD: 1 address of 43 in the postcode
Nearby streets
Pooley Road · Barclay Place · Mardale Road · Beckfoot Close · Stapleford Close · Buttermere Close · Wansford Avenue · Fulwell Green · Dewley Road · Thirlmere Way · Cotehill Road · Finsmere Place
All the streets in NE5 and across Newcastle upon Tyne.
What this page cannot tell you
- Whether a particular house is at risk of flooding, subsiding or anything else: the flood map is a model of areas and there is no property-level data here.
- What a home is worth now: sales are historic prices for the homes that happened to sell.
- How safe the street is: crime points are moved to anonymised locations and many crimes are never reported.
- Whether you would get a place at a school: distances are straight lines, not catchments.
- Who lives on the street now: census figures describe the small areas around it in March 2021, during a lockdown.
- How long a journey takes or how often anything runs: transport distances are straight lines to the nearest stops.
- Whether a GP practice is taking new patients, or a dentist new NHS patients.
- How loud a home is inside, or noise from industry, neighbours or smaller airfields: noise figures are models of road, rail and air traffic outside.
How each figure on this page is matched to the street and worked out: methodology.