Laburnum Avenue is in Blyth and in Blyth Valley district. NE24 1PS is located in the Croft electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Laburnum Avenue, Blyth, NE24 1PS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE24 1NN, NE24 1PT, NE24 1PR, NE24 1PN, NE24 1JW, NE24 1PP, NE24 1NW, NE24 1JA, NE24 1JP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE24 1PS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.1% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.9% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 38.2% | 41.6% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.3% | 28.8% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -15.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 5.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 12.5% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 10.5% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36% | 35% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 31% | 30% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 26.6% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 13.9% |
| Bad health | 11.2% | 6.8% | -4.4% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 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.
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 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.5% | 27.6% | -17.9% | 18.2% | 9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 15% | 2.8% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 15.7% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.3% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.1% | 13.8% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 17.7% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 6.1% | 3.9% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.7% | 95.3% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 96.7% | 95.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.1% | 76.7% | -23.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 44.4% | 13.5% | 30.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Laburnum Avenue was 120.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.4% lower than the Cowpen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Laburnum Avenue has the 26th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Cowpen and the 231st highest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Laburnum Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2024-02-15 | £73,803 |
| 35 Laburnum Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2021-04-21 | £79,713 |
| 35 Laburnum Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2019-03-27 | £81,529 |
| 17 Laburnum Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2014-12-05 | £86,880 |
| 4 Laburnum Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £45,179 | 2012-11-02 | £68,907 |
NE24 1PS 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.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malvin's Close Academy Malvin's Close Academy, Albion Way , NE24 5BL | 4out of 4 | 567 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvin's Close Primary School Albion Way , NE24 5BL | - not rated | 607 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvin's Close Academy Albion Way , NE24 5BL | - not rated | 607 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | - not rated | 794 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | 2out of 4 | 794 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blyth Ridley High School Sixth Avenue , NE24 2SY | - not rated | 1,547 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Tynedale High School Tynedale Drive , NE24 4LN | - not rated | 1,930 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Community College Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | - not rated | 2,150 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blyth Academy Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | 3out of 4 | 2,150 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlingtonshire Community High School Palace Road , NE22 7DS | - not rated | 3,203 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Middle School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | - not rated | 796 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wensleydale Middle School Dent Street , NE24 3ED | - not rated | 1,728 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Delaval Community Middle School Plessey Road , NE24 3NL | - not rated | 1,760 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Tynedale Middle School Tynedale Drive , NE24 4LQ | - not rated | 1,826 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Bebside Middle School Cowpen Road , NE24 4RE | - not rated | 2,209 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 | 1,547 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert Ward Academy Princess Louise Road , NE24 2TS | - not rated | 960 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dales School Cowpen Road , NE24 4RE | 4out of 4 | 2,200 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellesley Community Home Links Road , NE24 3PF | - not rated | 2,375 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cambois House School Cambois House School , NE24 1SF | - not rated | 3,587 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverbank School Seaton Colliery , NE63 0XL | - not rated | 4,996 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurant | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 142 yd | |
| Albion Cafe | Albion Way, Blyth | 473 yd | |
| Cub Play Cafe | Albion Way, Blyth | 568 yd | |
| Jackpot Amusements | 5 Delaval Terrace, Blyth | 619 yd | |
| Gordon's | 42 Bowes Street, Blyth | 642 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coms Weddings & Events Ltd | 91 Wright Street, Blyth | 327 yd | |
| The Top House | Marlow Street, Blyth | 581 yd | |
| Waterloo Road Social Club | 114 Waterloo Road, Blyth | 615 yd | |
| High Street Social Club | High Street, Blyth | 633 yd | |
| Railway Tavern | 42 Regent Street, Blyth | 681 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Chinese Take Away | 85 Regent Street, Blyth | 392 yd | |
| Spice of India | 1 Wright Street, Blyth | 468 yd | |
| Pizza King | 56 Delaval Terrace, Blyth | 508 yd | |
| Best Pizza Express | 22 Marlow Street, Blyth | 551 yd | |
| China City & China City 2 | 4-6 King Street, Blyth | 651 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 220 yd | |
| Lidl | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 220 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Albion Way, Blyth | 365 yd | |
| Morrisons | Regent Street, Blyth | 700 yd | |
| Iceland | 47-71 Waterloo Road, Blyth | 827 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blyth Morpeth Road Primary School (Closed) Disraeli Street | grass pitches | 162 yd |
| Blyth Morpeth Road Primary School BATES AVENUE | cycling | 486 yd |
| Blyth Sports Centre Bolam Avenue | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 648 yd |
| St Wilfrids Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School CLAREMONT TERRACE | grass pitches | 793 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 | 65 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.