Hotspur Avenue is in Bedlington and in Wansbeck district. NE22 5TE is located in the Bedlington Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wansbeck. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hotspur Avenue, Bedlington, NE22 5TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE22 5EF, NE22 5TD, NE22 5SP, NE22 5SZ, NE22 5EG, NE22 5EJ, NE22 5EL, NE22 5EA, NE22 5SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE22 5TE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 51.9% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 46.3% | 48.1% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 NE22 5TE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.5% 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 | 22.3% | 24.4% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 58.5% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 14.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8.4% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 6.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.2% | 53.6% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 5.2% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 33.9% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 8.7% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 NE22 5TE this area, 9.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.8% | 9.9% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 7.8% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 12.7% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 8.6% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 18.5% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.4% | 40.2% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 6.4% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.9% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 98.3% | 95.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 95.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.8% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 76.7% | 16.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hotspur Avenue was 70.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.6% lower than the Bedlington Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hotspur Avenue has the 24th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Bedlington Central and the 468th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Hotspur Avenue, Bedlington, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-04-03 | £239,812 |
| 37 Hotspur Avenue, Bedlington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-12-18 | £208,332 |
| 30 Hotspur Avenue, Bedlington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-04-19 | £177,579 |
| 35 Hotspur Avenue, Bedlington, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2020-07-03 | £262,399 |
| 22 Hotspur Avenue, Bedlington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2020-02-14 | £190,339 |
NE22 5TE 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 NE22 5TE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 173 |
| Retired | 158 |
| Part-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Other | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedlington Whitley Memorial Church of England Primary School Gordon Terrace , NE22 5DE | 3out of 4 | 559 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington West End Primary School Ridge Terrace , NE22 6EB | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Ridge Terrace , NE22 6EQ | - not rated | 752 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowdale Academy Hazelmere Avenue , NE22 6HA | 3out of 4 | 1,291 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stead Lane Primary School Stead Lane , The Oval NE22 5JS | 3out of 4 | 1,621 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy Ridge Terrace , NE22 6ED | 2out of 4 | 885 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 2,566 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blyth Academy Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | 2out of 4 | 3,370 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bede Academy Sixth Avenue , NE24 2SY | 3out of 4 | 5,324 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard House School Netherton Colliery , NE22 6BB | - not rated | 2,350 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dales School Cowpen Road , NE24 4RE | 4out of 4 | 3,131 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northumberland Pupil Referral Unit Hepscott Park , Stannington NE61 6NF | 3out of 4 | 3,926 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleaswell Hill School School Avenue , Guide Post NE62 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 4,212 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Hillcrest School East View Avenue , East Farm NE23 1DY | 3out of 4 | 5,221 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Dining - The Sarnie Shop | 64 Front Street East, Bedlington | 360 yd | |
| La Torre | Millfield Court, Bedlington | 371 yd | |
| Heaven & Earth | 1 Vulcan Place, Bedlington | 415 yd | |
| Ristorante Verdi | 3 Vulcan Place, Bedlington | 415 yd | |
| Grays Cafe Bar | 60b Front Street West, Bedlington | 533 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bull | Front Street East, Bedlington | 318 yd | |
| Northumberland Arms | 112 Front Street East, Bedlington | 382 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 25 Front Street West, Bedlington | 387 yd | |
| Mood Steakhouse | 8 Market Place, Bedlington | 438 yd | |
| Bedlington Social Club | Market Place, Bedlington | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinchilla Pizzeria | 84 Front Street East, Bedlington | 360 yd | |
| Bombay Nights | 46 Front Street East, Bedlington | 360 yd | |
| Best Bite | 48 Front Street East, Bedlington | 360 yd | |
| Golden City Chinese | 96 Front Street East, Bedlington | 382 yd | |
| Pisa Pizzeria | 20 Market Place, Bedlington | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Schalksmuhle Road, Bedlington | 676 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bedlington Whitley Memorial C Of E First School GORDON TERRACE | grass pitches | 502 yd |
| Bedlingtonshire Golf Club Ltd | golf | 617 yd |
| Bedlington Terriers Fc Ground WELFARE PARK WELFARE PARK PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| Paramount Health & Fitness GLEBE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 786 yd |
| Bedlington Cricket Club ACOMB COURT | grass pitches | 808 yd |
| Hartlands HARTLANDS | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy RIDGE TERRACE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 918 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 | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 51.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 51.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.51 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.