Newtown Industrial Estate is in Birtley, Chester Le Street and in Gateshead district. DH3 2QW 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 Newtown Industrial Estate, Birtley, Chester Le Street, DH3 2QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH3 2QE, DH3 2PX, DH3 2QQ, DH3 2NT, DH3 2PA, DH3 2NU, DH3 2NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH3 2QW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55% | 53.4% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 45% | 46.6% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 | 28.3% | 34.6% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 29.8% | -9.1% | 44.2% | -14.4% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 3.2% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 19.7% | 6.1% | 9.1% | 10.6% |
| Widowed | 13.6% | 12.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
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 (61.2%) 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 | 30.9% | 27.9% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -20.5% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 33.3% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 23.6% | 23.4% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 10.7% |
| Bad health | 11.8% | 10.8% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 6.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 4.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 2QW this area, 30.9% 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 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.9% | 30.9% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 13.3% | 3.2% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 10.1% | -7.6% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 8.5% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 17.6% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.1% | 16% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.2% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 97.7% | 94.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 95.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 76.7% | -5.5% |
| Romania | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.3% | 37.2% | 16.1% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newtown Industrial Estate was 429.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 274.7% higher than the Birtley average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Newtown Industrial Estate has the 2nd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Birtley and the 28th highest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 144.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosh Engineering Ltd Newtown Industrial Estate, Chester Le Street, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2018-07-18 | £295,778 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DH3 2QW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 58 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 2,676 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley School Street , Birtley DH3 2PN | 4out of 4 | 615 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portobello Primary School Tamerton Drive , Birtley DH3 2LY | 3out of 4 | 810 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barley Mow Primary School Pembroke Avenue , Barley Mow DH3 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 845 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley Mitchell Street , Birtley DH3 1LU | 3out of 4 | 1,192 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensworth Terrace Primary School Mount Pleasant Road , Birtley DH3 1AY | 4out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Community school | 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 | 2out of 4 | 769 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 2,523 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College Biddick Lane , NE38 8AF | 3out of 4 | 4,072 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Church Chare , DH3 3QA | 3out of 4 | 4,137 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 4,270 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cedars Academy Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | 3out of 4 | 4,803 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 4,850 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 5,386 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Komatsu UK Limited Catering | Durham Road | 185 yd | |
| Turkwoise Restaurant | Durham Road | 522 yd | |
| War Room | Rex Building, Durham Road | 568 yd | |
| The Hub | 16 Harraton Terrace, Durham Road | 575 yd | |
| The Quirky Little Coffee Company | 10 Arndale House | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birtley Town Football Club | Birtley Sports Centre, Durham Road | 215 yd | |
| The Moulders Arms | Peareth Terrace | 595 yd | |
| Birtley Golf Club | Birtley Lane | 596 yd | |
| Birtley Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Birtley Lane | 749 yd | |
| Birtley Snooker Club | Unit 9 Co-op Buildings | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorrento Pizza Limited | 2 Frank Place | 473 yd | |
| Yummy Yummy Chinese Take Away | 3 Harraton Terrace | 569 yd | |
| I Fry | 17 Harraton Terrace | 569 yd | |
| Super Chef | 19 Harraton Terrace, Durham Road | 569 yd | |
| Rex Leisure | Rex Building | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 34 Durham Road | 780 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birtley Leisure Centre BIRTLEY SPORTS CENTRE BIRTLEY SPORTS CENTRE DURHAM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 163 yd |
| Birtley Swimming Centre DURHAM ROAD | swimming pool | 277 yd |
| Birtley Golf Club Ltd BIRTLEY LANE | golf | 551 yd |
| Pulse Fitness (Closed) Durham Road | health and fitness suite | 562 yd |
| St Josephs Rc Junior School SCHOOL STREET | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Lord Lawson Comprehensive School (Closed) Portobello Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 694 yd |
| Body Pwr Fitness Centre DURHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 732 yd |
| Birtley Young Peoples Club BEACONSFIELD TERRACE | grass pitches | 743 yd |
| Lord Lawson Of Beamish Academy PORTOBELLO ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 764 yd |
| Ravensworth Terrace Primary School RAVENSWORTH TERRACE | grass pitches | 776 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 | 75.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.