Hawkhills Terrace is in Birtley, Chester Le Street and in Gateshead district. DH3 1LN is located in the Birtley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hawkhills Terrace, Birtley, Chester Le Street, DH3 1LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH3 1LP, DH3 1PA, DH3 1LX, DH3 1BQ, DH3 1BB, DH3 1AX, DH3 1BH, DH3 1LS, DH3 1LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH3 1LN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.8% | 51.7% | -4.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 44.2% | 48.3% | 4.1% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.2% | 25.7% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 37.6% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 15.5% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 6.4% |
| Widowed | 24.4% | 17.3% | -7.1% | 6.1% | 11.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (60.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 26.4% | 27.2% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -21.2% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 33% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 27.9% | 24.1% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 11.4% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 11.5% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 7.5% |
| Very bad health | 4.7% | 4.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around DH3 1LN this area, 39.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52.5% | 39.9% | -12.6% | 18.2% | 21.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 11.8% | 0.7% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 7.9% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 15.4% | 8.9% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 13.2% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -20.6% |
| Other | 4.6% | 5.7% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 96.6% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 96.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.9% | 96.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 57.8% | 46.2% | 11.6% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hawkhills Terrace was 72.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.5% lower than the Birtley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hawkhills Terrace has the 12th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Birtley and the 300th highest crime rate of 692 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hawkhills Terrace, Chester Le Street, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2021-04-30 | £121,865 |
| 2 Hawkhills Terrace, Chester Le Street, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2019-08-01 | £119,032 |
| 2 Hawkhills Terrace, Chester Le Street, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2011-12-20 | £116,558 |
| 4 Hawkhills Terrace, Chester Le Street, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £70,571 | 2010-01-15 | £98,222 |
| 2 Hawkhills Terrace, Chester Le Street, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £84,950 | 2005-07-08 | £123,447 |
DH3 1LN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in DH3 1LN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 2,216 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 4,713 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Murray Road Nursery School Murray Road , DH2 2AT | - not rated | 5,200 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley Mitchell Street , Birtley DH3 1LU | 3out of 4 | 204 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley Mitchell Street , Birtley DH3 1LU | - not rated | 204 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensworth Terrace Primary School Mount Pleasant Road , Birtley DH3 1AY | 3out of 4 | 506 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Street Junior and Infant School Morris Street , Birtley DH3 1EA | - not rated | 589 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley School Street , Birtley DH3 2PN | - not rated | 619 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 3out of 4 | 814 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Community School Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | - not rated | 814 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community School Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | - not rated | 2,130 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | - not rated | 2,130 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 2out of 4 | 3,933 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellbank School Wellbank Road , NE37 1NN | - not rated | 3,560 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellbank School Wellbank Road , NE37 1NL | - not rated | 3,627 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | 3out of 4 | 3,708 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars School Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | - not rated | 3,708 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumbric Springwell Community Hub , Lanchester Avenue NE9 7AL | - not rated | 3,793 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Leaf | 82 Durham Road | 211 yd | |
| Birtley Community Association | Birtley Community Centre, Ravensworth Road | 358 yd | |
| Pud Desserts | The Cottage, 18 Talbot Terrace | 385 yd | |
| The Mood Food Co-op Limited | Unit 9, Co-Op Buildings, Durham Road | 484 yd | |
| Aioli Restaurant by Chris Finnigan | 10 Arndale House, Durham Road | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Josephs CMS Club & Parish Centre | Birtley Lane | 99 yd | |
| Red Lion Inn | Durham Road | 171 yd | |
| Charles Perkins RAOB Club & Institute Limited | Sidney House, Fell Bank | 302 yd | |
| The Railway Hotel | Railway Hotel Public House, Durham Road | 381 yd | |
| The Hanlon | Talbot Terrace | 385 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacino | 1-2 Durham Road | 275 yd | |
| China Chef | 56a Durham Road | 367 yd | |
| Caspian Kebab | The Cottage, 18 Talbot Terrace | 385 yd | |
| Benelli's | 4 Ravensworth Road | 405 yd | |
| Casa Rosa | 36 Durham Road | 455 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 34 Durham Road | 455 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birtley Community Centre BIRTLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE BIRTLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE RAVENSWORTH ROAD | 360 yd | |
| Birtley Welfare Park EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Ravensworth Terrace Primary School RAVENSWORTH TERRACE | grass pitches | 484 yd |
| Body Pwr Fitness Centre DURHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 488 yd |
| Birtley Young Peoples Club BEACONSFIELD TERRACE | grass pitches | 586 yd |
| St Josephs Rc Junior School SCHOOL STREET | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| Lord Lawson Of Beamish Academy PORTOBELLO ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 633 yd |
| Pulse Fitness (Closed) Durham Road | health and fitness suite | 660 yd |
| Lord Lawson Comprehensive School (Closed) Portobello Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 810 yd |
| Birtley Swimming Centre DURHAM ROAD | swimming pool | 957 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 69.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.44 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.44 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.