Oakley Drive is in Cramlington and in Blyth Valley district. NE23 2YB is located in the Cramlington Eastfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakley Drive, Cramlington, NE23 2YB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE23 2YW, NE23 2YE, NE23 2YP, NE23 2YD, NE23 2YA, NE23 2YF, NE23 2YJ, NE23 2FG, NE23 2YN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE23 2YB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.5% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50% | 48.5% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 32.9% | 34% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 45.3% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 10.8% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 5.7% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 53.5% | 48.4% | -5.1% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 35.7% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 11.6% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.9% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 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.
In the area around NE23 2YB this area, 8.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.6% | 8.8% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 15.7% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.9% | 14.7% | -8.2% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 25.8% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 8.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 22.6% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 5.5% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.9% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 98.1% 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% | 98.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 97.7% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.5% | 6.0% | -4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakley Drive was 61.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.0% lower than the Cramlington East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oakley Drive has the 24th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Cramlington East and the 476th highest crime rate of 1,083 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oakley Drive, Cramlington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-12-13 | £117,667 |
| 30 Oakley Drive, Cramlington, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2024-07-26 | £283,351 |
| 1 Oakley Drive, Cramlington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-10-30 | £187,726 |
| 11 Oakley Drive, Cramlington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-08-31 | £197,008 |
| 7 Oakley Drive, Cramlington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-11-19 | £226,814 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Terrace Nursery School Fontburn Road , Seaton Delaval NE25 0BH | - not rated | 4,157 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cramlington Village Primary School Bowmont Drive , NE23 2SN | 2out of 4 | 508 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Shanklea Primary School Nairn Road , Parkside Chase NE23 1RQ | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Kramel First School Clifton Road , NE23 6TQ | - not rated | 973 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastlea Primary School Skipton Close , Northburn Lea NE23 3ST | 3out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside Primary School Northumbrian Road , NE23 1XZ | 3out of 4 | 1,199 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 | - not rated | 2,088 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Learning Village Highburn , NE23 6BN | 3out of 4 | 2,088 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Valley High School Prospect Avenue , NE25 0FW | 3out of 4 | 3,639 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Community College Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | - not rated | 4,538 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blyth Academy Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | 3out of 4 | 4,538 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cramlington Parkside Middle School , NE23 1DN | - not rated | 970 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockwell Middle School Northumbrian Road , Parkside Grange NE23 1GF | - not rated | 1,222 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's RC Middle School Northumbrian Road , NE23 6DB | - not rated | 1,676 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Academy Northumbrian Road , NE23 6DB | - not rated | 1,676 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonelaw Middle School Highburn , NE23 6BW | - not rated | 2,099 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,943 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 818 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Village Primary School 1-4 Paradise Row , NE23 6QF | - not rated | 1,008 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Apex Academy Old Hartford School, Scott Street , NE23 3AR | - not rated | 2,382 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northumberland Pupil Referral Unit Pit Lane , NE23 7EB | 3out of 4 | 2,996 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Azure College McCallum House , Kielder Avenue NE23 8JT | - not rated | 3,105 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panuccis | Smithy Square, Cramlington | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burton House | High Pit Road, Cramlington | 814 yd | |
| Shankhouse Sports & Social Club | Clifton Road, Cramlington | 872 yd | |
| Cramlington Masonic Lodge | Cramlington | 980 yd | |
| Blagdon Arms | Village Square, Cramlington | 980 yd | |
| John the Clerk of Cramlington | Low Main Place, Cramlington | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miah's Kitchen | High Pit Road, Cramlington | 774 yd | |
| High Pit Fisheries | High Pit Road, Cramlington | 774 yd | |
| Choices Pizza Ltd | 6 Clifton Road, Cramlington | 893 yd | |
| The Pantry | 10 Clifton Road, Cramlington | 893 yd | |
| Klondyke Chinese Takeaway | 2 Clifton Road, Cramlington | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | East West Link Road, Cramlington | 753 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cramlington Village Primary School Bowmont Drive | grass pitches | 513 yd |
| Hillcrest School EAST VIEW AVENUE | grass pitches | 797 yd |
| Changes Health & Fitness Club (Closed) CRAMLINGTON HALL DRIVE CRAMLINGTON HALL DRIVE HIGH PIT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 820 yd |
| Eastfield Playing Fields AXMINSTER CLOSE | grass pitches | 844 yd |
| Cramlington Kramel First School (Closed) Clifton Road | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Eastfield Park Clifton Road | grass pitches | 1,005 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.01 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.