Ashkirk is in Dudley, Cramlington and in North Tyneside district. NE23 7DG is located in the Weetslade electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashkirk, Dudley, Cramlington, NE23 7DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE23 7DF, NE23 7AF, NE23 7HU, NE23 7AG, NE23 7HR, NE23 7AE, NE23 7AJ, NE23 7DL, NE23 7DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE23 7DG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.3% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 NE23 7DG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 26.5% | 34% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 52.7% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 6.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 4% | 4.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 41.4% | 39.5% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -8.9% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 42.4% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 8.8% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 14.2% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 19.5% | 17% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 9.5% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 17.7% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 8.8% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 19.7% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 24.8% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.4% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.5% | 97.6% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97.9% | 95% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 95.3% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashkirk was 209.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 174.6% higher than the Camperdown average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ashkirk has the 6th highest crime rate of 108 local areas in Camperdown and the 93rd highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 21.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Ashkirk, Cramlington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2023-05-30 | £158,089 |
| 59 Ashkirk, Cramlington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-06-30 | £244,573 |
| 60 Ashkirk, Cramlington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2022-06-10 | £153,414 |
| 67 Ashkirk, Cramlington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2022-02-07 | £187,065 |
| 55 Ashkirk, Cramlington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-06-11 | £217,277 |
NE23 7DG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 7DG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fordley Primary School Dudley Drive , Dudley NE23 7AL | 4out of 4 | 281 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burradon Community Primary School Burradon Road , Burradon NE23 7NG | 3out of 4 | 1,684 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School Westloch Road , NE23 6LW | 3out of 4 | 2,016 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields Community Primary School Taylor Avenue , Wideopen NE13 6NB | 3out of 4 | 2,097 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bailey Green Primary School West Bailey , NE12 6QL | 4out of 4 | 2,520 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Gosforth Academy Dudley Lane , Seaton Burn NE13 6EJ | 1out of 4 | 1,903 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Learning Village Highburn , NE23 6BN | 3out of 4 | 2,458 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Stephenson High School Southgate , Killingworth NE12 6SA | 2out of 4 | 3,312 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 2out of 4 | 4,759 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Astley Community High School Elsdon Avenue , NE25 0BP | 3out of 4 | 4,944 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whytrig Community Middle School Elsdon Avenue , Seaton Delaval NE25 0BP | 2out of 4 | 5,020 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosforth East Middle School Harewood Road , Gosforth NE3 5JT | 3out of 4 | 5,207 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ID Academy 3-5 Brenkley Way , Seaton Burn NE13 6DS | - not rated | 2,631 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson House School North Terrace , Seghill NE23 7EB | 3out of 4 | 3,169 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cramlington Hillcrest School East View Avenue , East Farm NE23 1DY | 3out of 4 | 3,635 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley School West Lane , Killingworth NE12 7BH | 4out of 4 | 3,699 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton Dene School Hailsham Avenue , NE12 8FD | 3out of 4 | 4,644 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salute Cafe | John Willie Sams Centre, Market Street | 349 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clayton Arms | Grieves Row, Dudley | 487 yd | |
| Pioneer Club Ltd | Pioneer Social Club, Seghill Road Ends | 927 yd | |
| United Irish League Club | 1 Barras Avenue, Annitsford | 994 yd | |
| The Bridge | Front Street, Annitsford | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amigo's Pizza | 1 West View, Dudley | 249 yd | |
| Pizza Melt | 25 Weetslade Road, Dudley | 296 yd | |
| Dudley Top Wok | 35 Market Street, Dudley | 313 yd | |
| New Horizon Chinese Takeway | 24 - 25 Grieves Row, Dudley | 555 yd | |
| Annitsford Tandoori | 11A Front Street, Annitsford | 1,031 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fordley Community Primary School DUDLEY DRIVE | grass pitches | 315 yd |
| John Willie Sams Centre WEETSLADE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 368 yd |
| Dudley Action Park Clayton Street | grass pitches | 462 yd |
| Annitsford Welfare Playing Field Barras Avenue | grass pitches | 987 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.