Market Lane is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE11 9NX is located in the Dunston Hill and Whickham East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Market Lane, Gateshead, NE11 9NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE11 9NY, NE11 9PA, NE11 9PY, NE11 9NU, NE11 9PF, NE11 9UL, NE11 9NT, NE11 9NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE11 9NX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 53.1% | 48.3% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 46.9% | 51.7% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE11 9NX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.5% | 42.6% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.9% | 35.7% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 1.9% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 11.2% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 7.8% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.3% | 47.8% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 31.3% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 13.9% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.9% | 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 | 25.1% | 14.2% | -10.9% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 12.3% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.7% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 15.4% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 39.2% | 10.6% | 33.8% | 5.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.5% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 95.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 96.3% | 92.4% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 92.4% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.2% | 37.2% | 12.0% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Market Lane was 73.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.7% lower than the Dunston and Teams average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Market Lane has the 22nd highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Dunston and Teams and the 345th highest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Market Lane, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-03-22 | £158,145 |
| 35 Market Lane, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-03-07 | £163,417 |
| 5 Market Lane, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-03-01 | £226,675 |
| 9 Market Lane, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2023-08-18 | £159,707 |
| 11 Market Lane, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-04-18 | £115,500 |
NE11 9NX 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 2,082 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove , Bensham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 2,612 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 2,744 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunston Hill Community Primary School Market Lane , Dunston NE11 9NX | 3out of 4 | 112 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Duckpool Lane , Whickham NE16 4HB | 3out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Primary Academy Colliery Road , Dunston NE11 9DX | 4out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Neri Roman Catholic Primary School Ellison Road , Dunston NE8 2QU | 3out of 4 | 1,214 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washingwell Community Primary School Bucks Hill View , Broom Lane NE16 4RB | 3out of 4 | 1,544 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsmeadow Community Comprehensive School Market Lane , Dunston NE11 9NX | 3out of 4 | 154 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whickham School Burnthouse Lane , Whickham NE16 5AR | 3out of 4 | 2,384 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Callerton Academy Blandford Street , NE1 3BT | - not rated | 3,036 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Futures UTC Stephenson Square , NE1 3AS | - not rated | 3,399 yd | University technical college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 4out of 4 | 3,936 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 2,830 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Solutions Academy Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 3,187 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,444 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior Academy Denton Road , NE15 6AF | 2out of 4 | 4,003 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel College Consett Road , Lobley Hill NE11 0AN | 4out of 4 | 1,542 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eslington Primary School Hazel Road , NE8 2EP | 4out of 4 | 2,202 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bahr Academy 72 Sceptre Street , NE4 6PR | - not rated | 2,841 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Trinity Post 16 Solutions Ltd. Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 3,187 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Newcastle Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | 3out of 4 | 3,223 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fed | Lancaster Road | 603 yd | |
| DAC Cafe | The Dunston Activity Centre, Ellison Road | 753 yd | |
| Dunston Deli Ltd | 49 Ravensworth Road | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmeside Hall Social Club | Myrtle Avenue | 539 yd | |
| The Highwayman | Whickham Highway | 610 yd | |
| Dun Cow Inn | Dun Cow Inn, Ellison Road | 753 yd | |
| Dunston Masonic Hall | Dunston Masonic Lodge Masonic, 29 Holmside Avenue | 787 yd | |
| Dunston Social Club Limited | Dunston Social Club Limited, Ravensworth Road | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate Chinese Take Away | 2 King George Avenue | 335 yd | |
| Robs Fish Bar | 23 The Crescent | 496 yd | |
| J&M Butties | 21 The Crescent | 496 yd | |
| Moti Mahal | 12 Maple Avenue | 851 yd | |
| Double K | 16 Maple Avenue | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Store | 115 Wellington Road | 926 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsmeadow Community Comprehensive School (Closed) Market Lane | grass pitches | 177 yd |
| Kingsmeadow Community Comprehensive School MARKET LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 225 yd |
| Dunston Leisure Centre DUNSTON BANK | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 267 yd |
| Whickham Thorns Outdoor Activity Centre (Closed) Market Lane | ski slopes | 336 yd |
| Dunston Park Dunston Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 571 yd |
| Dunston Activity Centre ELLISON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 757 yd |
| Federation Park WELLINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 868 yd |
| Riverside Primary Academy COLLIERY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,081 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.3% |
| 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 238.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.