Postcode report
NE2 2AP Guide - Crime Rate, Schools & Area Review
About NE2 2AP: area rating, property, schools and local change
NE2 2AP is a postcode in South Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, North East, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near NE2 2AP, then scores the surrounding small area 68/100 - top 23% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around NE2 2AP are local prosperity and housing, while jobs is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for NE2 2AP is based on Newcastle upon Tyne 017 Census 2021. It covers 8,966 residents, 7,338 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 23, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 34% owner-occupied, 54% privately rented, 10% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 8/10.
For property prices near NE2 2AP, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the NE2 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £502k from 51 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near NE2 2AP can compare 10 state schools within one mile, including 7 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 9 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near NE2 2AP by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around NE2 2AP is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 12 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about NE2 2AP
Is NE2 2AP a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 68/100 (top 23% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near NE2 2AP?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near NE2 2AP?
10 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near NE2 2AP?
LocaleIQ currently matches 9 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for NE2 2AP?
LocaleIQ matched NE2 2AP to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in NE2 2AP?
The latest median sold price is £502k based on 51 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around NE2 2AP?
LocaleIQ currently shows 12 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.