Durham Street is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE10 0XS is located in the Pelaw and Heworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Jarrow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Durham Street, Gateshead, NE10 0XS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE10 0YE, NE10 0XR, NE10 0XT, NE10 0YH, NE10 0YD, NE10 0YR, NE10 0XX, NE10 0YB, NE10 0XY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE10 0XS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.8% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.2% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 25.6% | 30.7% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 45.4% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 10.1% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 11.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.7% | 44.5% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 33.5% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 16.9% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 2.4% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.8% | 26.9% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 12.3% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 13.2% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 9.6% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 13.2% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 24.7% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.1% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 98.4% | 94.1% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 94.1% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40% | 37.2% | 2.8% |
| Christian | 55.7% | 46.2% | 9.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Durham Street was 153.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.1% higher than the Pelaw and Heworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Durham Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Pelaw and Heworth and the 152nd highest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Durham Street, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2018-07-20 | £120,941 |
| 17 Durham Street, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2016-10-17 | £168,896 |
| Apartment 7 Whinney House Durham Road, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2014-12-12 | £383,811 |
| 20 Durham Street, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2013-11-28 | £106,606 |
| 5 Durham Street, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £75,500 | 2005-02-11 | £115,789 |
NE10 0XS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 NE10 0XS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 2,278 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 4out of 4 | 3,944 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove , Bensham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 4,589 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 5,187 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 5,446 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Pelaw Rothbury Avenue , Pelaw NE10 0QY | - not rated | 470 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Drive Community Primary School The Drive , Felling NE10 0PY | 3out of 4 | 665 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wardley Primary School Keir Hardie Avenue , Wardley NE10 8TX | 3out of 4 | 829 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bill Quay Primary School Davidson Road , Bill Quay NE10 0UN | 3out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colegate Community Primary School Colegate West , Leam Lane Estate NE10 9AH | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heworth Grange School High Lanes , Felling NE10 0PT | 1out of 4 | 683 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Academy Mill Lane , NE31 2ET | 2out of 4 | 2,157 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Hume Catholic School Old Durham Road , Beacon Lough NE9 6RZ | 4out of 4 | 2,703 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hebburn Comprehensive School Campbell Park Road , NE31 2QU | 3out of 4 | 3,211 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 3,648 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ateres Girls High School Willow Grove , Felling NE10 9PQ | - not rated | 1,080 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,319 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 2,659 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| River Tyne Academy Gateshead Millway Centre , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | 1out of 4 | 2,810 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Charles Parsons School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | 4out of 4 | 3,250 yd | Foundation 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelaw Branch Library | Joicey Street | 364 yd | |
| Pelaw Auctions | Unit 9-10A Green Lane Industrial Estate | 391 yd | |
| Le Olive Verdi | First Floor, Pelaw Inn, Shields Road | 438 yd | |
| KFC | Abbotsford Road | 716 yd | |
| Bill Quay Cafe | Cafe, Bill Quay Community Farm, Hainingwood Terrace | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelaw Social Club | Kirkstone Road | 219 yd | |
| Pelaw Inn | Shields Road | 435 yd | |
| Swan Hotel | Sunderland Road | 484 yd | |
| Felling Cricket Club | High Heworth Lane | 1,010 yd | |
| The Wardley | Brack Terrace | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linos | 1 Fairfield Terrace | 318 yd | |
| Dicksons | 11 Fairfield Terrace | 318 yd | |
| DLLO Limited | Unit 3, Green Lane Buildings, Green Lane Industrial Estate | 341 yd | |
| Dominic's Italian Takeaway | Unit 3, Green Lane Buildings, Green Lane Industrial Estate | 341 yd | |
| New Garden Chinese Takeaway | 3 Brookfield Terrace | 389 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Shields Road | 435 yd | |
| Lidl | Shields Road | 435 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pelaw Playing Fields TYNE VIEW GARDENS | grass pitches | 420 yd |
| Heworth Grange Comprehensive School HIGH LANES | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 692 yd |
| Wardley Primary School KEIR HARDIE AVENUE | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| The Drive Primary School THE DRIVE | grass pitches | 738 yd |
| Heworth Leisure Centre HIGH LANES | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 850 yd |
| Powerhouse Gym PARKSIDE HOUSE PARKSIDE HOUSE STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 862 yd |
| King George V Playing Field, Watermill Lane, Felling WATERMILL LANE | grass pitches | 917 yd |
| Bill Quay Albion Cricket Club HALL TERRACE | grass pitches | 1,078 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 162.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.