Buttermere Crescent is in Blaydon-On-Tyne and in Gateshead district. NE21 6PX is located in the Winlaton and High Spen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buttermere Crescent, Blaydon-on-tyne, NE21 6PX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE21 6PT, NE21 6PY, NE21 6PS, NE21 6QP, NE21 6PU, NE21 6PZ, NE21 6QF, NE21 6QW, NE21 6QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE21 6PX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 54% | 49.4% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 46% | 50.6% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE21 6PX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38% | 44.6% | 6.6% | 37.9% | 6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.5% | 36.8% | -0.7% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 7.8% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 7.8% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 32.1% | 41.5% | 9.4% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 42% | 36.2% | -5.8% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 15.8% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 8% | 5.3% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.2% | 23.8% | -9.4% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 8.7% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 18.9% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8.3% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 19.9% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 16.5% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 98.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
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 | 98.2% | 97.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 97.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buttermere Crescent was 14.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.9% lower than the Blaydon average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Buttermere Crescent has the 5th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Blaydon and the 61st lowest crime rate of 693 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Buttermere Crescent, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-05-24 | £123,298 |
| 32 Buttermere Crescent, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-08-25 | £139,907 |
| 32 Buttermere Crescent, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2023-03-28 | £100,090 |
| 27 Buttermere Crescent, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-06-15 | £144,009 |
| 10 Buttermere Crescent, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2020-09-18 | £127,621 |
NE21 6PX 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 4,351 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 3out of 4 | 4,482 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson Road Nursery School Atkinson Road , Benwell NE4 8XT | - not rated | 4,960 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Lane Primary School West Lane , Winlaton NE21 6PH | 3out of 4 | 397 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winlaton Park Infant School and Nursery Unit Park Lane , Winlaton NE21 6LT | - not rated | 475 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winlaton Park Junior School Park Lane , NE21 6LT | - not rated | 475 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkhead Community Primary School Park Lane , Winlaton NE21 6LT | 3out of 4 | 602 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blaydon Croftdale Road , NE21 4BG | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic School, Blaydon Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,402 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | - not rated | 1,402 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blaydon Comprehensive School Shibdon Road , NE21 5NW | - not rated | 2,329 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whickham School Burnthouse Lane , Whickham NE16 5AR | - not rated | 3,119 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whickham School Burnthouse Lane , Whickham NE16 5AR | - not rated | 3,119 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemington Middle School West Denton Road , NE15 7LS | - not rated | 4,556 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,915 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bleach Green School Ash Street , NE21 5HS | - not rated | 1,058 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase School Rose Villa , Church Chare NE16 4JF | - not rated | 3,541 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendower Hall School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | - not rated | 5,201 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian School Bertram Crescent , NE15 6PY | 4out of 4 | 5,322 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkway School Hillhead Parkway , West Denton NE5 1DP | - not rated | 5,419 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Pauls Church Hall | St Pauls Church Hall | 229 yd | |
| Emmas Restaurant | 13 Front Street | 601 yd | |
| Winton Court Community Cafe | Winton Court | 613 yd | |
| Branches Out of School Limited | The Winlaton Centre, North Street | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New West End Social Club | West Lane | 330 yd | |
| Vulcan Inn | Vulcan Inn, Front Street | 548 yd | |
| The Highlander | 25 Front Street | 565 yd | |
| Crown And Cannon Inn | Front Street | 591 yd | |
| The Turf | Back Street | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Ocean | 8a Church Street | 459 yd | |
| Roma Pizza | 8A Church Street | 464 yd | |
| Winlaton Tandoori | 62 Front Street | 548 yd | |
| Galaxy Pizza | 58 Front Street | 548 yd | |
| Moulin Pizza | 34 The Garth | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 20 The Garth | 594 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winlaton West Lane Primary School West Lane | grass pitches | 371 yd |
| Parkhead Community Primary School PARK LANE | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Axwell View Playing Fields Winlaton AXWELL VIEW | grass pitches | 754 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.