The Green is in Matfen, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Castle Morpeth district. NE20 0RJ is located in the Ponteland West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 2006-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Green, Matfen, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE20 0RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE20 0QZ, NE20 0RP, NE20 0EH, NE20 0TF, NE20 0TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE20 0RJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 50.7% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49.3% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 NE20 0RJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.1% 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 | 23.9% | 25.1% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 58.1% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 13.9% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 9.9% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 52.8% | 47.5% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 32% | 31.8% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 14.3% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 5.4% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 18.3% | 13.8% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 5.8% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 16.4% | 4.2% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 4.8% | 3.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 17.5% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.6% | 38.6% | -4.0% | 33.8% | 4.8% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.2% | 98.7% | 6.5% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 92.6% | 94.5% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 93.2% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.4% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Central Asia | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 60.8% | 46.2% | 14.6% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Green was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ponteland North average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.2%.
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 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 The Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2021-03-23 | £648,669 |
| 1 The Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2017-08-09 | £730,699 |
| 2 The Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £470,500 | 2017-07-06 | £663,198 |
| 4 The Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2007-02-26 | £654,043 |
| 3 The Green, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2006-12-15 | £626,212 |
NE20 0RJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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.
NE20 0RJ 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 | 52 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Bull | North Side, Matfen | 197 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Matfen Village Hall SOUTH SIDE | 138 yd | |
| Matfen Hall Hotel - Golf & Spa | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 315 yd |
| Matfen Hall Cricket Club | grass pitches | 427 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.