The Old Orchard is in Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in Castle Morpeth district. NE20 9UE is located in the Ponteland North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Old Orchard, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE20 9UE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE20 9UJ, NE20 9UH, NE20 9UL, NE20 9TP, NE20 9XA, NE20 9UZ, NE20 9UG, NE20 9GY, NE20 9UY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE20 9UE has a female population much higher than UK average, with 61.5% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 58.8% | 61.5% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 10.5% |
| Male | 41.2% | 38.5% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -10.5% |
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 | 17.1% | 22.1% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 49.3% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 5.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 9.9% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 18.9% | 18.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 12.7% |
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 | 41.2% | 41.1% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 42% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 8.4% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 14.7% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 1.7% | -3.5% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 25.7% | 14.4% | -11.3% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 12.1% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 14.4% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 9.8% | -1.5% | 16.9% | -7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 39.1% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 5.3% |
| Other | 3.2% | 6% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 95.3% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 100% | 97.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 97.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.3% | 76.7% | 15.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.1% | 37.2% | -16.1% |
| Christian | 71.6% | 46.2% | 25.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Old Orchard was 44.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.4% lower than the Ponteland East and Stannington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Old Orchard has the 11th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Ponteland East and Stannington and the 453rd lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 The Old Orchard, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2001-08-24 | £1,664,113 |
| 1 The Old Orchard, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 1995-05-26 | £1,513,439 |
NE20 9UE 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 NE20 9UE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Coates Church of England Primary School Thornhill Road , Ponteland NE20 9QB | 3out of 4 | 296 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ponteland Primary School Callerton Lane , Ponteland NE20 9EG | 3out of 4 | 375 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ponteland Community Primary School Callerton Lane , Ponteland NE20 9EY | 4out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darras Hall Primary School Middle Drive , NE20 9DS | 4out of 4 | 2,323 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dinnington First School Sycamore Avenue , Dinnington Village NE13 7JY | 3out of 4 | 4,969 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponteland High School The Crescent , Callerton Lane NE20 9EG | 3out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fratelli's | Bell Villas, Ponteland | 311 yd | |
| New Rendezvous | 3-5 Bell Villas, Ponteland | 326 yd | |
| Jan's Kitchen | 13a Bell Villas, Ponteland | 326 yd | |
| Yolo | 9 Bell Villas, Ponteland | 326 yd | |
| Rialto Restaurant | 1 Main Street, Ponteland | 346 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blackbird | North Road, Ponteland | 111 yd | |
| The Diamond Inn | Main Street, Ponteland | 261 yd | |
| Ponteland Golf Club | 53 Bell Villas, Ponteland | 326 yd | |
| Seven Stars | 21 Main Street, Ponteland | 346 yd | |
| Ponteland Club & Institute | Merton Way, Ponteland | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponteland Tandoori | 11a Main Street, Ponteland | 346 yd | |
| Lorenzo's | 24 Merton Road, Ponteland | 362 yd | |
| Merton Way Chinese Takeaway | 26 Merton Road, Ponteland | 362 yd | |
| Gills Fish & Chips | 19 Merton Road, Ponteland | 362 yd | |
| Lemon Grass Deli | 40 Merton Road, Ponteland | 414 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Bell Villas, Ponteland | 311 yd | |
| Waitrose | 27 Main Street, Ponteland | 346 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lifespan (Ladies Only) (Closed) Merton Way | health and fitness suite | 333 yd |
| Richard Coates C Of E School THORNHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 404 yd |
| Ponteland Golf Club Ltd BELL VILLAS | golf | 463 yd |
| Ponteland Leisure Centre Callerton Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 599 yd |
| Ponteland Tennis Club PAVILION PAVILION DARRAS ROAD | tennis courts | 630 yd |
| Ponteland Community Middle School CALLERTON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,053 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.