Cromwell Court is in Blaydon-On-Tyne and in Gateshead district. NE21 4LH is located in the Ryton, Crookhill and Stella electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cromwell Court, Blaydon-on-tyne, NE21 4LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE21 4LJ, NE21 4LW, NE21 4LQ, NE21 4JZ, NE21 4LE, NE21 4LX, NE21 4LL, NE21 4LD, NE21 4LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE21 4LH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 47.6% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 51.7% | 52.4% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 NE21 4LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.4% 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 | 27.9% | 33.3% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 51.4% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 7.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7% | 6.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 46.7% | 49% | 2.3% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 38% | 35.1% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.5% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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% | 10.2% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 9.8% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 16.3% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.8% | 9.3% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 22.4% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 30.5% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 97.7% | 97.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 64% | 46.2% | 17.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cromwell Court was 23.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.6% lower than the Crawcrook and Greenside average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Cromwell Court has the 13th lowest crime rate of 86 local areas in Crawcrook and Greenside and the 96th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Cromwell Court, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-10-15 | £177,473 |
| 3 Cromwell Court, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2020-05-29 | £168,000 |
| 3 Cromwell Court, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2019-10-25 | £142,512 |
| 11 Cromwell Court, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2019-08-13 | £194,312 |
| 5 Cromwell Court, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-11-27 | £187,375 |
NE21 4LH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 4out of 4 | 2,103 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary and St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School Stella Lane , NE21 4NE | 4out of 4 | 89 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhill Community Primary School Hexham Old Road , NE40 3ES | 3out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blaydon Croftdale Road , NE21 4BG | 3out of 4 | 1,292 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blaydon West Primary School Blaydon Bank , NE21 4PY | 3out of 4 | 1,393 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lemington Riverside Primary School Rokeby Street , Lemington NE15 8RR | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 4out of 4 | 1,208 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorp Academy Main Road , NE40 3AH | 3out of 4 | 2,982 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbottle Academy Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 3,378 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Studio West West Denton Way , West Denton NE5 2SZ | 3out of 4 | 3,839 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's High School Gretna Road , NE15 7PX | 4out of 4 | 4,151 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Solutions Academy Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 5,096 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior Academy Denton Road , NE15 6AF | 2out of 4 | 3,018 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot House Trust Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 8HW | 2out of 4 | 3,286 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bewick School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 3out of 4 | 4,128 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Astell Academy Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2LW | 1out of 4 | 4,128 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 4,714 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Post 16 Solutions Ltd. Condercum Road , NE4 8XJ | - not rated | 5,096 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watermill Teashop | Path Head Water Mill, Path Head | 537 yd | |
| @ The Castle | St Hildas Church, Stella Road | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bull Hotel | Bridge Street | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab Kingz | Unit 6C | 723 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road | grass pitches | 1,007 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 97.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.