NE18 0QU is in Hawkwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne and Castle Morpeth district. NE18 0QU is located in the Ponteland West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hawkwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE18 0QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE18 0QT, NE18 0QQ, NE18 0PG, NE18 0PB, NE18 0PF, NE18 0LA, NE18 0QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE18 0QU 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 | 51.6% | 50.2% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.8% | 1.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NE18 0QU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.4% 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 | 22.1% | 27% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 57.4% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 13.2% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 8.4% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 51.2% | 53.8% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 30.7% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 10.1% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.9% | 1.9% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 NE18 0QU this area, 9.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.2% | 9.9% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 5.6% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 12.4% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 8.3% | 6.2% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 15.1% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 41% | 45.4% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 11.6% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.3% | 99.5% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 97.6% | 96.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.6% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 59.1% | 46.2% | 12.9% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
In 2023, 25 crimes were reported
near NE18 0QU .
81% of streets in the UK are more dangerous.
This street can be considered very safe.
The most common type of crime was
other theft. Crime rate was measured within a 0.5 mile radius of NE18 0QU. Click here to see crime on map and more crime statistics for NE18 0QU.
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 higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-01-14 | £260,577 |
| 5, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2017-03-14 | £473,395 |
| 2, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2016-10-26 | £306,517 |
| 1, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2011-01-20 | £162,313 |
| 5, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2010-03-30 | £383,816 |
NE18 0QU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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 0QU 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 | 125 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Self-Employed | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamfordham Primary School Stamfordham , NE18 0NA | 4out of 4 | 415 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swinburne Arms | 31 North Side, Stamfordham | 324 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stamfordham Playing Fields B6309 | grass pitches, tennis courts | 596 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.