NE18 0LJ is in Welton, Newcastle Upon Tyne and Tynedale district. NE18 0LJ is located in the Bywell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Welton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE18 0LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE18 0LJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.5% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.5% | 0.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NE18 0LJ 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 | 25.7% | 27.6% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 56% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 8.5% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 49.9% | 50.2% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 31.2% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 14.1% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 16.9% | 12.3% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 6.2% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 12.9% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.5% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 17.9% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.3% | 41.9% | -0.4% | 33.8% | 8.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.3% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 98.5% | 96.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.2% | 2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 96.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
In 2023, 1 crimes were reported
near NE18 0LJ .
93% of streets in the UK are more dangerous.
This street can be considered very safe.
The most common type of crime was
anti social behaviour. Crime rate was measured within a 0.5 mile radius of NE18 0LJ. Click here to see crime on map and more crime statistics for NE18 0LJ.
Crime statistics are based on data provided by Home Office through data.police.uk under the
Open Government Licence.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The March Barn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2018-10-26 | £340,315 |
| Welton Town Farm, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2017-06-30 | £885,443 |
| Welton Town Farmyard, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2016-12-22 | £472,425 |
| Slate House, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2016-12-21 | £410,560 |
| Welton Town Farm Bungalow, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2013-11-15 | £363,159 |
NE18 0LJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
NE18 0LJ 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 NE18 0LJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Self-Employed | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ovingham Church of England First School Ovingham , NE42 6DE | 4out of 4 | 5,018 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stamfordham Primary School Stamfordham , NE18 0NA | 4out of 4 | 5,380 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ovingham Middle School West Road , Ovingham NE42 6DE | 3out of 4 | 4,970 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mowden Hall School Newton , Stocksfield NE43 7TP | - not rated | 3,207 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.