Pear Tree Terrace is in Chopwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Gateshead district. NE17 7ET is located in the Chopwell and Rowlands Gill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pear Tree Terrace, Chopwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE17 7ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE17 7EX, NE17 7EZ, NE17 7EU, NE17 7EW, NE17 7EG, NE17 7HA, NE17 7EF, NE17 7EQ, NE17 7EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE17 7ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 50.2% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.2% | 49.8% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 33.6% | 39.3% | 5.7% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.6% | 29.3% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -14.9% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 16.1% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 19% | 12.4% | -6.6% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.7% | 35.5% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 32.4% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 19.9% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 13.1% | 9.8% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around NE17 7ET this area, 32% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.1% | 32% | -13.1% | 18.2% | 13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 16% | 3.0% | 9.6% | 6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 11.1% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 9% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 13.5% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 17.6% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0.8% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.6% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 98.7% | 99.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 99.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 25.3% | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pear Tree Terrace was 144.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 148.9% higher than the Crawcrook and Greenside average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pear Tree Terrace has the 16th highest crime rate of 86 local areas in Crawcrook and Greenside and the 164th highest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Pear Tree Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-01-12 | £138,231 |
| 21 Pear Tree Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,950 | 2013-09-27 | £127,913 |
| 20 Pear Tree Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2012-05-15 | £124,185 |
| 19 Pear Tree Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2004-09-28 | £165,548 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chopwell Primary School Derwent Street , Chopwell NE17 7HS | 3out of 4 | 510 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ebchester CofE Primary School Shaw Lane , Ebchester DH8 0QB | 3out of 4 | 2,869 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Spen Primary School Hugar Road , High Spen NE39 2BQ | 3out of 4 | 3,083 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School Manor Road , Medomsley DH8 6QN | - not rated | 3,493 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Community Primary School Whinfield Way , NE39 2JE | 3out of 4 | 4,247 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hassockfield Secure Training Centre Corbridge Road , Medomsley DH8 6QY | - not rated | 4,759 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MHA Communities Gateshead West | Community Lounge, Boltons Bungalows | 87 yd | |
| The Bank Chopwell | 21 Derwent Street | 710 yd | |
| Village Cafe | 36 Derwent Street | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red House Micro Pub | 1 Millfield Terrace | 112 yd | |
| Chopwell Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Derwent Street | 621 yd | |
| Phoenix Public House | South Road | 797 yd | |
| The Central | The Central Club, Derwent Street | 830 yd | |
| Chopwell Colliery Officials Club | Ramsay Road | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary's Fish Bar | 4 The Green | 149 yd | |
| Lotus Express | 15 Derwent Street | 727 yd | |
| The Spice House | 38 Derwent Street | 732 yd | |
| Tetris Pizza | 1A-2A Blyth Street | 867 yd | |
| Riverview Bakery | 14 River View | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Derwent Street | 521 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chopwell Primary School CHOPWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL CHOPWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL DERWENT STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 523 yd |
| Chopwell Park MARX TERRACE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 539 yd |
| Blackhall Mill CONNOLLY TERRACE | grass pitches | 892 yd |
| Hamsterley Pitch VICTORIA TERRACE | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.35 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.35 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.