A surprise 4-2 win for Steve Bruce’s side at Leicester City on Friday night lifted the club 12 points above safety ahead of their final three matches.
United moved up to as far as 13th in the table before Crystal Palace sealed a 2-0 victory at bottom club and already relegated Sheffield United.
Newcastle have guaranteed top-flight football for next season – but how high can they finish now?
Bruce has already said his side are capable of beating last term’s points total of 44.
9. Everton - 57 points (GD0)
Not sure how many people predicted Everton to finish below Arsenal this season but that’s the verdict of FiveThirtyEight. Current points tally: 48. Photo: Clive Brunskill
10. Aston Villa - 54 points (GD+9)
A top-half finish is predicted for Dean Smith’s side, almost one year on since they stayed in the Premier League on the final day of last season. Current points tally: 44. Photo: CLIVE BRUNSKILL
11. Leeds United - 54 points (GD-2)
Marcelo Bielsa’s Leeds are tipped to miss out on the top 10 on goal difference, which still represents an excellent return for the newly-promoted side. Current points tally: 45. Photo: Gareth Copley
12. Wolverhampton Wanderers - 47 points
Wolves had aspirations of finishing higher this campaign but Nuno Espirito Santo’s men will regroup and go again next season. Current points tally: 38. Photo: Alex Pantling