Thai Restaurants in
Newcastle — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 8 (8 dine-in, 0 takeaway)
Population: 307,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★ 4.2/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.8% of \g<1>1275\g<2>
Market: Moderate — balanced

8 FSA-registered Thai businesses · ★4.1 average hygiene rating · 0.7% of UK total

Data updated: 2026-06-03

Market Position Moderate competition Competition

  • vs London: Newcastle has 3.2% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 3.4% of London's 8.97M population.
  • vs UK Average: Newcastle \g<1>1275\g<2>.
  • Competition Level: Moderate competition
8
Total Thai Businesses
8
Dine-in Restaurants
0
Takeaways
★★★★★
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Newcastle has 8 Thai food businesses serving a population of approximately 307,000. That's 3.6 Thai businesses per 100,000 residents — higher than the UK city average of 2.6/100k.

The market is below-average supply — potential opportunity for new entrants.

Per-Capita Density
3.6/100k
UK avg: 2.6/100k (+1.0)
Hygiene Rating
★4.1
UK avg: ★4.3 (-0.2)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

82% of Thai food businesses in Newcastle are dine-in restaurants (9), while 18% are takeaways (2).

This split matters for market entry strategy: a takeaway-heavy market suggests delivery-first demand; restaurant-dominant markets suggest eat-in culture.

How Newcastle Compares

vs London: Newcastle has 2.7% of London's 278 Thai businesses, despite having 3.4% of London's population.

vs UK total: Newcastle \g<1>1275\g<2> across the UK.

What This Means for Operators

If you're considering opening a Thai restaurant in Newcastle, the data suggests the market is below-average supply — potential opportunity for new entrants. Use our operating costs guide to model the numbers, and check the full city comparison to see how Newcastle stacks up against other cities.

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Browse Restaurants in Newcastle

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Chaophraya Newcastle Upon Tyne • NE1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Mantra Thai Dining Newcastle Upon Tyne • NE1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Nadon Thai Newcastle Upon Tyne • NE1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Pick Thai Newcastle Upon Tyne • NE1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Thai House Newcastle Upon Tyne • NE1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Zaap Newcastle Upon Tyne • NE1
Restaurant ★★★★★
The Siam Zaa Newcastle Upon Tyne • NE1
Restaurant ★★★★
Jack Thai Newcastle Upon Tyne • NE1
Restaurant ★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 8 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Newcastle. Average hygiene rating: ★4.6/5. 8 dine-in, 0 takeaway.

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Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Newcastle: Chaophraya, Thai House.

The remaining 6 businesses are independent.

View the complete UK Thai chain directory — location counts, city presence, and hygiene profiles for 12 major chains.

Popular Dining Postcodes

Thai restaurants in Newcastle cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Newcastle?

There are 8 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Newcastle — 8 dine-in restaurants and 0 takeaways.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Newcastle?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Newcastle include Chaophraya, Mantra Thai Dining, Nadon Thai, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Newcastle?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 8 Thai businesses in Newcastle is 4.6/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Newcastle?

Major Thai chains present in Newcastle include Chaophraya, Thai House. The remaining 6 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

More UK Thai restaurant FAQs — hygiene ratings, pricing guides, delivery platforms, and data methodology.