East Terrace is in Chopwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Gateshead district. NE17 7HB 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 East Terrace, Chopwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE17 7HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE17 7ES, NE17 7HD, NE17 7HA, NE17 7EY, NE17 7HE, NE17 7TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE17 7HB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.4% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50% | 49.6% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 27.3% | 33.8% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 44.3% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 11% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 9.2% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 36.3% | 32.5% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -15.9% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 39.8% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 17.9% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 11.2% | 8.8% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.1% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 34.9% | 23% | -11.9% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 14.2% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 13.7% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 8.4% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 8.8% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -8.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.6% | 27% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 4.9% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.6% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 98.2% | 96% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.1% | 37.2% | 15.9% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Terrace was 61.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.1% higher than the Crawcrook and Greenside average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
East Terrace has the 38th highest crime rate of 86 local areas in Crawcrook and Greenside and the 299th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 East Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-01-12 | £163,906 |
| 9 East Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2022-07-07 | £228,384 |
| 3 East Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2021-07-23 | £142,941 |
| 6 East Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2012-03-30 | £117,865 |
| 8 East Terrace, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2005-02-25 | £182,939 |
NE17 7HB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE17 7HB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chopwell Primary School Derwent Street , Chopwell NE17 7HS | 3out of 4 | 866 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ebchester CofE Primary School Shaw Lane , Ebchester DH8 0QB | 3out of 4 | 2,717 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School Manor Road , Medomsley DH8 6QN | - not rated | 3,138 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Spen Primary School Hugar Road , High Spen NE39 2BQ | 3out of 4 | 3,151 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Community Primary School Whinfield Way , NE39 2JE | 3out of 4 | 4,110 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 | 4,448 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 | 370 yd | |
| Santonios | The Cronniwell, Victoria Terrace | 948 yd | |
| The Bank Chopwell | 21 Derwent Street | 1,047 yd | |
| Village Cafe | 36 Derwent Street | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red House Micro Pub | 1 Millfield Terrace | 303 yd | |
| Chopwell Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Derwent Street | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary's Fish Bar | 4 The Green | 544 yd | |
| Riverview Bakery | 14 River View | 560 yd | |
| Flipped Burger Co. | Victoria Terrace | 948 yd | |
| Lotus Express | 15 Derwent Street | 1,065 yd | |
| The Spice House | 38 Derwent Street | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Derwent Street | 905 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackhall Mill CONNOLLY TERRACE | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| Chopwell Park MARX TERRACE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 714 yd |
| Hamsterley Pitch VICTORIA TERRACE | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Chopwell Primary School CHOPWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL CHOPWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL DERWENT STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 908 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 | 57.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.