Somersby Gardens is in St. Nicholas Manor, Cramlington and in Northumberland district. NE23 1AE is located in the Cramlington West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 2018-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Somersby Gardens, St. Nicholas Manor, Cramlington, NE23 1AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE23 1AG, NE23 1AF, NE23 1AH, NE23 1AJ, NE23 1AT, NE23 1AS, NE23 1AR, NE23 1BN, NE23 1TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE23 1AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.2% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.8% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 NE23 1AE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.7% 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 | 29.1% | 55.7% | 26.6% | 37.9% | 17.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 33% | -24.4% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 7.7% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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 (94.8%) 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 | 44.6% | 64.1% | 19.5% | 48.4% | 15.7% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 30.7% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 5.2% | -8.4% | 12.7% | -7.5% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| 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.
In the area around NE23 1AE this area, 2.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.9% | 2.1% | -11.8% | 18.2% | -16.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.6% | 1.6% | -18.0% | 9.6% | -8.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 13.5% | -6.1% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.7% | 30.6% | 11.9% | 16.9% | 13.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 47.2% | 25.0% | 33.8% | 13.4% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99% | 98.8% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 98.6% | 99.6% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 99.6% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 76.7% | 15.7% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.6% | 37.2% | 19.4% |
| Christian | 37.8% | 46.2% | -8.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Somersby Gardens was 16.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.2% lower than the Cramlington East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Somersby Gardens has the 9th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Cramlington East and the 139th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Somersby Gardens, Cramlington, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £293,000 | 2025-10-17 | £293,000 |
| 20 Somersby Gardens, Cramlington, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £356,000 | 2025-07-30 | £367,505 |
| 22 Somersby Gardens, Cramlington, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-11-18 | £323,433 |
| 19 Somersby Gardens, Cramlington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £209,950 | 2024-08-02 | £230,413 |
| 19 Somersby Gardens, Cramlington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-06-21 | £243,551 |
NE23 1AE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 134 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cramlington Shanklea Primary School Nairn Road , Parkside Chase NE23 1RQ | 3out of 4 | 968 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaconhill Community Primary School Langdale Drive , Beacon Hill Grange NE23 8EH | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Northburn Primary School Horton Drive , NE23 3QS | 3out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside Primary School Northumbrian Road , NE23 1XZ | 3out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hareside Primary School Hareside Primary School , Hareside NE23 6BL | 3out of 4 | 1,480 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cramlington Learning Village Highburn , NE23 6BN | 3out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Gosforth Academy Dudley Lane , Seaton Burn NE13 6EJ | 1out of 4 | 4,317 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy Ridge Terrace , NE22 6ED | 2out of 4 | 5,030 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blyth Academy Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | 2out of 4 | 5,215 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cramlington Hillcrest School East View Avenue , East Farm NE23 1DY | 3out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ID Academy 3-5 Brenkley Way , Seaton Burn NE13 6DS | - not rated | 4,358 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson House School North Terrace , Seghill NE23 7EB | 3out of 4 | 4,408 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Pausa | 1f Westmorland Retail Park, Cramlington | 576 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Cramlington | 1b Westmorland Retail Park, Cramlington | 576 yd | |
| Hudson Catering Limited | Nelson Way, Nelson Industrial Estate | 626 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Cramlington | 707 yd | |
| Concordia Leisure Centre | Forum Way, Cramlington | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lord of the Manor | Forum Way, Cramlington | 862 yd | |
| Brockwell Seam | Northumbrian Road, Cramlington | 950 yd | |
| Cramlington Working Mens Social Club | Village Square, Cramlington | 971 yd | |
| The Seven Oaks | Manor Walks Shopping Centre, Cramlington | 974 yd | |
| Cramlington Masonic Lodge | Cramlington | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Manor Walks Shopping Centre, Cramlington | 862 yd | |
| Lotus House Chinese Take Away | Northumbrian Road, Cramlington | 950 yd | |
| Brockwell Fish & Chips | Northumbrian Road, Cramlington | 950 yd | |
| Brockwell Tandoori | Northumbrian Road, Cramlington | 950 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Northumbrian Road, Cramlington | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 1a Westmorland Retail Park, Cramlington | 576 yd | |
| B & M | Forum Way, Cramlington | 862 yd | |
| Tesco | Northumbrian Road, Cramlington | 950 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Miners Welfare (Closed) Nelson Avenue | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| Central Park Norwich Way | grass pitches | 487 yd |
| Concordia Leisure Centre Forum Way | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 801 yd |
| Northburn Sports And Community Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 848 yd |
| Vision Health And Fitness (Cramlington) NELSON PARK EAST | health and fitness suite | 901 yd |
| Northburn Primary School HORTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Brockwell Middle School (Closed) Northumbrian Road | 1,080 yd | |
| Burnside Primary School BURNSIDE PRIMARY BURNSIDE PRIMARY NORTHUMBRIAN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,081 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 252.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 30.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.