Raylees Gardens is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE11 9SA 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 Raylees Gardens, Gateshead, NE11 9SA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE11 9SB, NE11 9RY, NE11 9RS, NE11 9LB, NE11 9RN, NE11 9RH, NE11 9RX, NE11 9LJ, NE11 9LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE11 9SA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.5% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 29.4% | 30.2% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 50.2% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 10.7% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 47.4% | 48.2% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 32.7% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 14% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.8% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 22% | 12.8% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 12.3% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 16.4% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 5% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 18.3% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 31.1% | 14.4% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 4.9% | 4.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.7% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 96.2% | 96.3% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 96.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Raylees Gardens was 21.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.2% lower than the Dunston and Teams average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Raylees Gardens has the 9th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Dunston and Teams and the 106th lowest crime rate of 692 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.2%.

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 Raylees Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2025-07-18 | £105,466 |
| 6 Raylees Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,300 | 2024-11-01 | £146,203 |
| 37 Raylees Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2022-06-30 | £102,508 |
| 29 Raylees Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2021-10-01 | £170,982 |
| 3 Raylees Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,950 | 2020-06-12 | £162,283 |
NE11 9SA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove and Carr Hill Road , Bensham and Deckham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 1,965 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 2,510 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 3,137 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 3,488 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 4,320 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lobley Hill Primary School Rothbury Gardens , Lobley Hill NE11 0AT | 3out of 4 | 540 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunston Hill Infant School Dunston Bank , NE11 9PY | - not rated | 903 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston Ellison Road , Dunston NE8 2QU | 3out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Neri Roman Catholic Primary School Ellison Road , Dunston NE8 2QU | - not rated | 1,010 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunston Hill Community Primary School Market Lane , Dunston NE11 9NX | 3out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsmeadow Community School Market Lane , Dunston NE11 9NX | 3out of 4 | 1,234 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Senior High School Durham Road , NE9 5AS | - not rated | 2,763 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace College Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | 2out of 4 | 2,970 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Swan Academy Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | - not rated | 3,022 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Swan School Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | - not rated | 3,022 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,947 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 2,975 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 3,167 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,075 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Solutions Academy Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 4,075 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 5,138 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 | - not rated | 617 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eslington Primary School Hazel Road , NE8 2EP | 4out of 4 | 1,655 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denewood Pupil Referral Unit C/O Mary Trevelyan School , Brunell Terrace NE4 7NL | - not rated | 2,510 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase School Rose Villa , Church Chare NE16 4JF | - not rated | 2,515 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead Jewish Boarding School 10 Rydal Street , NE8 1HG | - not rated | 2,579 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia's Bait Box Ltd | Malvern Gardens | 291 yd | |
| Jump Giants | Forge Road | 743 yd | |
| Watergate Cafe | Whickham Fellside Youth Football Club, Consett Road | 747 yd | |
| DAC Cafe | The Dunston Activity Centre, Ellison Road | 850 yd | |
| Dunston Deli Ltd | 49 Ravensworth Road | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Norwood | Malvern Gardens | 291 yd | |
| Holmeside Hall Social Club | Myrtle Avenue | 622 yd | |
| Dunston Masonic Hall | Dunston Masonic Lodge Masonic, 29 Holmside Avenue | 676 yd | |
| The Highwayman | Whickham Highway | 785 yd | |
| Dun Cow Inn | Dun Cow Inn, Ellison Road | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lobley Hill Fish Bar | 70 Malvern Gardens | 177 yd | |
| HEY!WOK | 20 Knightside Gardens | 279 yd | |
| Double K | 16 Maple Avenue | 413 yd | |
| Moti Mahal | 12 Maple Avenue | 413 yd | |
| J&M Butties | 21 The Crescent | 737 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel Technology College Consett Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 612 yd |
| Lobley Hill Primary School ROTHBURY GARDENS | grass pitches | 674 yd |
| Dunston Leisure Centre DUNSTON BANK | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 843 yd |
| Dunston Activity Centre ELLISON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 885 yd |
| Watergate Playing Fields CONSETT ROAD | grass pitches | 897 yd |
| Eslington Park | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,072 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.