Silverdale Avenue is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE10 8AP is located in the Wardley and Leam Lane electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Jarrow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Silverdale Avenue, Gateshead, NE10 8AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE10 8AN, NE10 8AH, NE10 8AE, NE10 8AQ, NE10 8AD, NE10 8AB, NE10 8AA, NE10 8AR, NE10 8AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE10 8AP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.5% | 49.3% | 3.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 54.5% | 50.7% | -3.8% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE10 8AP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.1% | 26.4% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.6% | 55.1% | -10.5% | 44.2% | 10.9% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 6.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 10.2% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 42.4% | 38.9% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 38.5% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 7.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 25.9% | 20.9% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 11.9% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 10.7% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 11.1% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 5.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 16.6% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 27.3% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.6% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 96.9% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98% | 97.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 66.4% | 46.2% | 20.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 1.7% | 6.0% | -4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Silverdale Avenue was 26.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.0% lower than the Pelaw and Heworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Silverdale Avenue has the 12th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Pelaw and Heworth and the 114th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% 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 Silverdale Avenue, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-08-17 | £203,736 |
| 5 Silverdale Avenue, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £183,500 | 2022-07-14 | £190,869 |
| 10 Silverdale Avenue, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2022-01-17 | £190,123 |
| 13 Silverdale Avenue, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2019-11-01 | £177,671 |
| 1 Silverdale Avenue, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2017-09-29 | £182,295 |
NE10 8AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 8AP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 4out of 4 | 3,475 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 3,896 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 3,948 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 4,372 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 4,503 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Mere Community Primary School Sherburn Way , Wardley NE10 8BA | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lingey House Primary School Millford , Leam Lane Estate NE10 8DN | 4out of 4 | 1,232 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wardley Primary School Keir Hardie Avenue , Wardley NE10 8TX | 3out of 4 | 1,312 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bill Quay Primary School Davidson Road , Bill Quay NE10 0UN | 3out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Toner Avenue Primary School Johnston Avenue , NE31 2LJ | 2out of 4 | 1,839 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Academy Mill Lane , NE31 2ET | 2out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heworth Grange School High Lanes , Felling NE10 0PT | 1out of 4 | 2,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hebburn Comprehensive School Campbell Park Road , NE31 2QU | 3out of 4 | 2,496 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , | - not rated | 2,877 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jarrow School Field Terrace , NE32 5PR | 3out of 4 | 3,791 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 3,001 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 3,161 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 3,436 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 3,657 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Charles Parsons School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | 4out of 4 | 4,326 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King | Leam Lane, West Boldon | 269 yd | |
| Mister Twisters | 15E Follingsby Avenue | 1,064 yd | |
| Trotters at Priory Court | Priory Court Manor Gardens | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wardley Club | Sunderland Road | 226 yd | |
| The Green | Whitemare Pool | 269 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Leam Lane, West Boldon | 269 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wardley Welfare Park WEST CRESCENT | grass pitches | 427 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 | 74 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.