Westerkirk is in Cramlington and in Blyth Valley district. NE23 6ND 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 Westerkirk, Cramlington, NE23 6ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE23 6LH, NE23 6JD, NE23 6LS, NE23 6XD, NE23 6LP, NE23 6LX, NE23 6JB, NE23 6JE, NE23 6LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE23 6ND, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 52% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 | 29.6% | 26.9% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 45.1% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 13.2% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 11.5% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 44.7% | 37% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 37% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 20% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.4% | 21% | -1.4% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 13.3% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 13.3% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 9.4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 14.4% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.9% | 23.2% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 5.5% | 2.9% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| White | 99.1% | 98% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 96.8% | 97% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 97% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westerkirk was 44.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.6% lower than the Cramlington East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Westerkirk has the 31st highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Cramlington East and the 489th lowest crime rate of 1,083 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Westerkirk, Cramlington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2021-12-17 | £98,186 |
| 36 Westerkirk, Cramlington, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2021-11-30 | £153,251 |
| 36 Westerkirk, Cramlington, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2021-11-30 | £153,251 |
| 28 Westerkirk, Cramlington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £57,950 | 2020-05-29 | £74,415 |
| 14 Westerkirk, Cramlington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2018-06-08 | £88,504 |
NE23 6ND 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE23 6ND area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 4,007 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 | 282 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School Westloch Road , NE23 6LW | 3out of 4 | 359 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary Academy Northumbrian Road , NE23 6DB | 3out of 4 | 753 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Kramel First School Clifton Road , NE23 6TQ | - not rated | 1,034 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided First School Doddington Drive , NE23 6DF | - not rated | 1,216 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 | 1,169 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Learning Village Highburn , NE23 6BN | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Gosforth Academy Dudley Lane , Seaton Burn NE13 6EJ | - not rated | 3,458 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 | 3,458 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Burn Community High School Dudley Lane , Seaton Burn NE13 6EJ | - not rated | 3,458 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southlands Middle School Westloch Road , Southfield Lea NE23 6LW | - not rated | 352 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's RC Middle School Northumbrian Road , NE23 6DB | - not rated | 771 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Academy Northumbrian Road , NE23 6DB | - not rated | 771 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonelaw Middle School Highburn , NE23 6BW | - not rated | 1,071 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Parkside Middle School , NE23 1DN | - not rated | 1,904 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cramlington Village Primary School 1-4 Paradise Row , NE23 6QF | - not rated | 1,603 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Hillcrest School East View Avenue , East Farm NE23 1DY | 3out of 4 | 1,610 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northumberland Pupil Referral Unit Pit Lane , NE23 7EB | 3out of 4 | 1,953 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Azure College McCallum House , Kielder Avenue NE23 8JT | - not rated | 3,177 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brenkley School 3-5 Brenkley Way , Blezard Business Park NE13 6DS | - not rated | 3,957 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital Voluntary Services | Northumbria Way, Cramlington | 519 yd | |
| Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital | Northumbria Way, Cramlington | 519 yd | |
| Wellbeing Centre Cafe | Northumbria Way, Cramlington | 519 yd | |
| 2nd Cramlington Scout Group | Cramlington | 655 yd | |
| Bay Leaf | Front Street, Klondyke | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay Horse Inn | Cramlington | 136 yd | |
| Benedictine Catholic Club | Glenluce Court, Cramlington | 385 yd | |
| Moor Farm Beefeater | Cramlington | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Naga | 6 Glenluce Court, Cramlington | 385 yd | |
| Hot Bite | Front Street, Klondyke | 963 yd | |
| Wai Ho | Front Street, Klondyke | 963 yd | |
| Fortune Garden | 1 Front Street, Klondyke | 963 yd | |
| Cramlington Chinese Takeaway | Front Street, Klondyke | 963 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 346 yd |
| Southlands Middle School (Closed) Westloch Road | grass pitches | 354 yd |
| Ann Welfare Playing Fields HIGH PIT ROAD | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Alexandra Park CHESTERHILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 679 yd |
| St Peters And Paul'S Catholic Academy (Closed) NORTHUMBRIAN ROAD | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Eastfield Park Clifton Road | grass pitches | 1,006 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 | 69.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.