Kingsway is in Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE11 0QJ is located in the Lamesley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsway, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, NE11 0QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE11 0SU, NE11 0NH, NE11 0XW, NE11 0SH, NE11 0RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE11 0QJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 46.6% | 48% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 53.4% | 52% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 NE11 0QJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% 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 | 33.2% | 24.2% | -9.0% | 37.9% | -13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 56% | 5.0% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 4.8% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 8.7% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 5.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 46% | 46.8% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 37.3% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 12.5% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 2.4% | -3.8% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 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 | 19.2% | 13.1% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 8.8% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 16.7% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.4% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 13.9% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 37.8% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 4.0% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.6% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97.8% | 97% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsway was 810.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 490.8% higher than the Lamesley average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Kingsway has the highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Lamesley and the 11th highest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 141.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 227 Kingsway, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £5,000,000 | 2021-06-01 | £5,295,359 |
| 227 Kingsway, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2017-03-24 | £474,704 |
NE11 0QJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NE11 0QJ 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove , Bensham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 2,938 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 4,561 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 5,084 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Junior School Chowdene Bank , NE9 6JH | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Infant School Chowdene Bank , Low Fell NE9 6JH | 4out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lobley Hill Primary School Rothbury Gardens , Lobley Hill NE11 0AT | 3out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kells Lane Primary School Kells Lane , Low Fell NE9 5HX | 4out of 4 | 1,874 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlow Green Community Primary School Harlow Green Lane , NE9 7TB | 3out of 4 | 2,105 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace College Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | 1out of 4 | 950 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Hume Catholic School Old Durham Road , Beacon Lough NE9 6RZ | 4out of 4 | 3,312 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmeadow Community Comprehensive School Market Lane , Dunston NE11 9NX | 3out of 4 | 3,553 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , | - not rated | 4,383 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Futures UTC Stephenson Square , NE1 3AS | - not rated | 4,650 yd | University technical college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,657 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,883 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,939 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel College Consett Road , Lobley Hill NE11 0AN | 4out of 4 | 1,968 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dryden School Shotley Gardens , Low Fell NE9 5UR | 4out of 4 | 2,461 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gibside School Shipcote Lane , NE8 4DE | 4out of 4 | 2,880 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| River Tyne Academy Gateshead Millway Centre , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | 1out of 4 | 2,965 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquisway Day Centre | Adult Training Centre, Marquisway | 234 yd | |
| Aramark @ Gateshead College Motor Vehicle Centre | Gateshead College, Kingsway South | 272 yd | |
| Dana's Family Bakery | 320G, Mayoral Way | 382 yd | |
| Bells Fish and Chips | Unit 23 Team Valley Retail Park | 551 yd | |
| Sim's Kitchen Limited | Unit 20, Enterprise House, Kingsway North | 563 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gold Medal | Chowdene Bank | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshalls Express | 1 Team Valley Shopping Village | 661 yd | |
| Porcellis | 7 Team Valley Shopping Village | 661 yd | |
| THE GRANERY | 9 Team Valley Shopping Village | 661 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 4 Team Valley Shopping Village | 661 yd | |
| Sandwich Hut | Unit 17, Douglas Court, Eleventh Avenue North | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 7C Team Valley Retail Park | 582 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Eleventh Avenue | 709 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Joseph Swan Academy JOSEPH SWAN ACADEMY JOSEPH SWAN ACADEMY SALTWELL ROAD SOUTH | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Oakfield Infant School CHOWDENE BANK | grass pitches | 1,081 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.