Whitelaw Place is in Cramlington and in Blyth Valley district. NE23 6HY is located in the Cramlington South East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Whitelaw Place, Cramlington, NE23 6HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE23 6JG, NE23 6JQ, NE23 6HU, NE23 6HZ, NE23 6HX, NE23 6XA, NE23 6HQ, NE23 6HT, NE23 6HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE23 6HY is primarily male, with 53.8% of the population 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 | 47.3% | 46.2% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 52.7% | 53.8% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
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 | 38.1% | 37.1% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 32.9% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -11.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 16.9% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 7.8% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 9.9% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 39% | 30% | -9.0% | 48.4% | -18.4% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 42.5% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 8.9% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 18.8% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 7.5% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.2% | 17.5% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 13.2% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 15.6% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 9.9% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 19.3% | 3.0% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 21.7% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 5% | 2.8% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.2% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 98.1% | 98.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| 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 | 97.7% | 98.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Whitelaw Place was 31.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.1% lower than the Cramlington East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Whitelaw Place has the 34th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Cramlington East and the 360th lowest crime rate of 1,083 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Whitelaw Place, Cramlington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2024-07-01 | £64,241 |
| 46 Whitelaw Place, Cramlington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2020-11-13 | £90,518 |
| 54 Whitelaw Place, Cramlington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £86,500 | 2017-05-31 | £107,995 |
| 54 Whitelaw Place, Cramlington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2013-11-15 | £111,855 |
| 52 Whitelaw Place, Cramlington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,950 | 2006-12-08 | £131,837 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NE23 6HY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Terrace Nursery School Fontburn Road , Seaton Delaval NE25 0BH | - not rated | 3,948 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cramlington Cragside Church of England Controlled First School Cateran Way , NE23 6EX | - not rated | 307 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary Academy Northumbrian Road , NE23 6DB | 3out of 4 | 626 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School Westloch Road , NE23 6LW | 3out of 4 | 628 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Kramel First School Clifton Road , NE23 6TQ | - not rated | 664 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided First School Doddington Drive , NE23 6DF | - not rated | 981 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cramlington Learning Village Highburn , NE23 6BN | - not rated | 1,157 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Learning Village Highburn , NE23 6BN | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Valley High School Prospect Avenue , NE25 0FW | 3out of 4 | 3,545 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Gosforth Academy Dudley Lane , Seaton Burn NE13 6EJ | - not rated | 3,725 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Burn College, A Specialist Business and Enterprise School Dudley Lane , Seaton Burn NE13 6EJ | - not rated | 3,725 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's RC Middle School Northumbrian Road , NE23 6DB | - not rated | 641 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Academy Northumbrian Road , NE23 6DB | - not rated | 641 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands Middle School Westloch Road , Southfield Lea NE23 6LW | - not rated | 667 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonelaw Middle School Highburn , NE23 6BW | - not rated | 1,079 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Parkside Middle School , NE23 1DN | - not rated | 1,596 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,283 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Village Primary School 1-4 Paradise Row , NE23 6QF | - not rated | 1,302 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northumberland Pupil Referral Unit Pit Lane , NE23 7EB | 3out of 4 | 2,029 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Azure College McCallum House , Kielder Avenue NE23 8JT | - not rated | 3,077 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Apex Academy Old Hartford School, Scott Street , NE23 3AR | - not rated | 3,898 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Cramlington Scout Group | Cramlington | 293 yd | |
| Hospital Voluntary Services | Northumbria Way, Cramlington | 417 yd | |
| Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital | Northumbria Way, Cramlington | 417 yd | |
| Wellbeing Centre Cafe | Northumbria Way, Cramlington | 417 yd | |
| Bay Leaf | Front Street, Klondyke | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay Horse Inn | Cramlington | 325 yd | |
| Benedictine Catholic Club | Glenluce Court, Cramlington | 412 yd | |
| Shankhouse Sports & Social Club | Clifton Road, Cramlington | 769 yd | |
| Burton House | High Pit Road, Cramlington | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Naga | 6 Glenluce Court, Cramlington | 412 yd | |
| Hot Bite | Front Street, Klondyke | 612 yd | |
| Wai Ho | Front Street, Klondyke | 612 yd | |
| Fortune Garden | 1 Front Street, Klondyke | 612 yd | |
| Cramlington Chinese Takeaway | Front Street, Klondyke | 612 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ann Welfare Playing Fields HIGH PIT ROAD | grass pitches | 226 yd |
| Alexandra Park CHESTERHILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 618 yd |
| Cragside C Of E Controlled Primary School CRAGSIDE C OF E CONTROLLED PRIMARY SCHOOL CRAGSIDE C OF E CONTROLLED PRIMARY SCHOOL WESTLOCH ROAD | grass pitches | 623 yd |
| St Peters And Paul'S Catholic Academy (Closed) NORTHUMBRIAN ROAD | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Southlands Middle School (Closed) Westloch Road | grass pitches | 629 yd |
| Eastfield Park Clifton Road | grass pitches | 638 yd |
| Cramlington Kramel First School (Closed) Clifton Road | grass pitches | 744 yd |
| Changes Health & Fitness Club (Closed) CRAMLINGTON HALL DRIVE CRAMLINGTON HALL DRIVE HIGH PIT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 864 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 | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 28.28 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.