Broadbank is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE10 8XW is located in the Pelaw and Heworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Jarrow. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broadbank, Gateshead, NE10 8XW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE10 8XG, NE10 8XR, NE10 8HW, NE10 8TN, NE10 8TU, NE10 8XS, NE10 8UW, NE10 8XF, NE10 8TT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE10 8XW has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 52.9% | 47.9% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 47.1% | 52.1% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 8XW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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 | 35.7% | 31% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.3% | 52% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9% | 11.1% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.5% | 43.8% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 38.7% | -4.6% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 13.9% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 10.1% | 11.1% | 1.0% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 9.9% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 15.2% | -4.9% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 11.7% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 6.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.1% | 17.5% | 0.4% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 32.2% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.4% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 99.6% | 98.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 98.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.4% | 37.2% | -6.8% |
| Christian | 63.4% | 46.2% | 17.2% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broadbank was 4.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.1% lower than the Pelaw and Heworth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Broadbank has the lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Pelaw and Heworth and the 7th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Broadbank, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2025-05-06 | £138,572 |
| 17 Broadbank, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2024-09-12 | £186,208 |
| 44 Broadbank, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-02-24 | £138,231 |
| 53 Broadbank, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-02-16 | £170,131 |
| 30 Broadbank, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2022-07-29 | £143,093 |
NE10 8XW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 2,881 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 4out of 4 | 3,596 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 4,597 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 4,911 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove , Bensham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 5,421 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wardley Primary School Keir Hardie Avenue , Wardley NE10 8TX | 3out of 4 | 157 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Pelaw Rothbury Avenue , Pelaw NE10 0QY | - not rated | 667 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bill Quay Primary School Davidson Road , Bill Quay NE10 0UN | 3out of 4 | 794 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lingey House Primary School Millford , Leam Lane Estate NE10 8DN | 4out of 4 | 822 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| White Mere Community Primary School Sherburn Way , Wardley NE10 8BA | 3out of 4 | 1,168 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 | 972 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Academy Mill Lane , NE31 2ET | 2out of 4 | 1,582 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , | - not rated | 1,868 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hebburn Comprehensive School Campbell Park Road , NE31 2QU | 3out of 4 | 2,734 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Hume Catholic School Old Durham Road , Beacon Lough NE9 6RZ | 4out of 4 | 3,087 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,508 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 | 1,818 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 2,694 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,762 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| River Tyne Academy Gateshead Millway Centre , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | 1out of 4 | 3,541 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Charles Parsons School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | 4out of 4 | 3,566 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trotters at Priory Court | Priory Court Manor Gardens | 196 yd | |
| Priory Court Restaurant | Manor Gardens | 198 yd | |
| Pelaw Auctions | Unit 9-10A Green Lane Industrial Estate | 491 yd | |
| Le Olive Verdi | First Floor, Pelaw Inn, Shields Road | 535 yd | |
| Pelaw Branch Library | Joicey Street | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelaw Inn | Shields Road | 538 yd | |
| The Wardley | Brack Terrace | 813 yd | |
| Bill Quay Cricket Club | Cricket Ground, Davidson Road | 891 yd | |
| Pelaw Social Club | Kirkstone Road | 934 yd | |
| The Cricketers | Joel Terrace | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DLLO Limited | Unit 3, Green Lane Buildings, Green Lane Industrial Estate | 533 yd | |
| Dominic's Italian Takeaway | Unit 3, Green Lane Buildings, Green Lane Industrial Estate | 533 yd | |
| Greggs | Former Pelaw Post Office, 1 Brookfield Terrace | 558 yd | |
| New Garden Chinese Takeaway | 3 Brookfield Terrace | 559 yd | |
| Jaz & Jays Golden Fry Inn | 9 Brookfield Terrace | 559 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Shields Road | 538 yd | |
| Lidl | Shields Road | 538 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wardley Primary School KEIR HARDIE AVENUE | grass pitches | 235 yd |
| Powerhouse Gym PARKSIDE HOUSE PARKSIDE HOUSE STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 555 yd |
| Bill Quay Albion Cricket Club HALL TERRACE | grass pitches | 793 yd |
| Lingey House Primary School MILLFORD | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Wardley Welfare Park WEST CRESCENT | grass pitches | 854 yd |
| Heworth Leisure Centre HIGH LANES | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 937 yd |
| Pelaw Playing Fields TYNE VIEW GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,047 yd |
| Heworth Grange Comprehensive School HIGH LANES | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,069 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 | 135.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.