Crofters Close is in Annitsford, Cramlington and in North Tyneside district. NE23 7RJ is located in the Camperdown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crofters Close, Annitsford, Cramlington, NE23 7RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE23 7UH, NE23 7UD, NE23 7UF, NE23 7UE, NE23 7UB, NE23 7QD, NE23 7AJ, NE23 7PX, NE23 7QF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE23 7RJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% of residents 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 | 49% | 47.4% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 51% | 52.6% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 7RJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.7% 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 | 27.8% | 29.4% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 55.7% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 6.9% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 (87.4%) 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 | 55.9% | 56.1% | 0.2% | 48.4% | 7.7% |
| Good health | 35% | 31.3% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 6.1% | 9.3% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 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 | 11.3% | 11% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 14.8% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 15.5% | -5.8% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.5% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.9% | 19% | 1.1% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 32.8% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 98.9% | 94.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 94.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crofters Close was 20.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.1% lower than the Camperdown average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Crofters Close has the 27th lowest crime rate of 109 local areas in Camperdown and the 154th lowest crime rate of 705 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 107.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Crofters Close, Cramlington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-10-03 | £215,926 |
| 2 Crofters Close, Cramlington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £299,950 | 2024-11-06 | £301,100 |
| 17 Crofters Close, Cramlington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2024-09-24 | £392,116 |
| 6 Crofters Close, Cramlington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £327,000 | 2023-12-21 | £350,429 |
| 7 Crofters Close, Cramlington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2018-05-18 | £284,148 |
NE23 7RJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 134 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 5,043 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annitsford First School Annitsford , Dudley NE23 7RE | - not rated | 373 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fordley Primary School Dudley Drive , Dudley NE23 7AL | - not rated | 384 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dudley First School Weetslade Road , Dudley NE23 7HT | - not rated | 666 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School Westloch Road , NE23 6LW | 3out of 4 | 1,491 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Cragside Church of England Controlled First School Cateran Way , NE23 6EX | - not rated | 1,837 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 | 1,997 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Learning Village Highburn , NE23 6BN | 3out of 4 | 1,997 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Gosforth Academy Dudley Lane , Seaton Burn NE13 6EJ | - not rated | 2,144 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 | 2,144 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Burn Community High School Dudley Lane , Seaton Burn NE13 6EJ | - not rated | 2,144 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley Middle School Off Fern Drive , Dudley NE23 7AL | - not rated | 388 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands Middle School Westloch Road , Southfield Lea NE23 6LW | - not rated | 1,425 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonelaw Middle School Highburn , NE23 6BW | - not rated | 1,908 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's RC Middle School Northumbrian Road , NE23 6DB | - not rated | 2,095 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Academy Northumbrian Road , NE23 6DB | - not rated | 2,095 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northumberland Pupil Referral Unit Pit Lane , NE23 7EB | 3out of 4 | 2,805 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brenkley School 3-5 Brenkley Way , Blezard Business Park NE13 6DS | - not rated | 2,821 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Village Primary School 1-4 Paradise Row , NE23 6QF | - not rated | 3,044 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Hillcrest School East View Avenue , East Farm NE23 1DY | 3out of 4 | 3,126 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Beech School Brunswick Village , NE13 7DR | - not rated | 3,591 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Gymnastics Club | Dudley Lane, Cramlington | 709 yd | |
| Salute Cafe | John Willie Sams Centre, Market Street | 737 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clayton Arms | Grieves Row, Dudley | 304 yd | |
| United Irish League Club | 1 Barras Avenue, Annitsford | 626 yd | |
| Willow Farm Pub Restaurant | Willow Court, Northumberland Business Park | 663 yd | |
| The Bridge | Front Street, Annitsford | 697 yd | |
| Moor Farm Beefeater | Cramlington | 762 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Horizon Chinese Takeway | 24 - 25 Grieves Row, Dudley | 316 yd | |
| Amigo's Pizza | 1 West View, Dudley | 364 yd | |
| Annitsford Tandoori | 11A Front Street, Annitsford | 679 yd | |
| K And L Fisheries Ltd | 12 Front Street, Annitsford | 679 yd | |
| Dudley Top Wok | 35 Market Street, Dudley | 705 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fordley Community Primary School DUDLEY DRIVE | grass pitches | 267 yd |
| Dudley Action Park Clayton Street | grass pitches | 490 yd |
| Annitsford Welfare Playing Field Barras Avenue | grass pitches | 581 yd |
| John Willie Sams Centre WEETSLADE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 844 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 | 105.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.