Plessey Road is in Blyth and in Blyth Valley district. NE24 3JL is located in the Wensleydale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Plessey Road, Blyth, NE24 3JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE24 3JJ, NE24 3JD, NE24 3JW, NE24 2ER, NE24 3JR, NE24 2ES, NE24 2EP, NE24 3JG, NE24 2HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE24 3JL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 46.1% | 47.7% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 53.9% | 52.3% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 | 32.6% | 34.2% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.3% | 44.9% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 12.7% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 4.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 45.5% | 42.4% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 40.4% | 5.9% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 12.9% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.2% | 15% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 11.6% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 13.6% | -7.1% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.1% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 29.6% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 12.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 21.1% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 96.8% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 95.8% | 96.5% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 97.1% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plessey Road was 88.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.8% lower than the Croft average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Plessey Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Croft and the 385th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 Plessey Road, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2025-02-07 | £106,662 |
| 109 Plessey Road, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-10-20 | £178,764 |
| 103 Plessey Road, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-12-21 | £162,091 |
| 105 Plessey Road, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2017-06-23 | £163,366 |
| 103 Plessey Road, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2014-09-19 | £178,122 |
NE24 3JL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 128 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croftway Academy William Street , NE24 2HP | 1out of 4 | 110 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | - not rated | 723 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvin's Close Academy Malvin's Close Academy, Albion Way , NE24 5BL | 2out of 4 | 1,274 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newsham Primary School Warwick Street , NE24 4NX | 3out of 4 | 1,748 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth Road Academy Bates Avenue , NE24 5TQ | 3out of 4 | 1,983 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Blyth Academy Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | 2out of 4 | 2,723 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 4,275 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Sluice Middle School Alston Grove , Seaton Sluice NE26 4JS | 3out of 4 | 4,259 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,003 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dales School Cowpen Road , NE24 4RE | 4out of 4 | 3,012 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tavern | Beaconsfield Street, Blyth | 350 yd | |
| The Phoenix Theatre | Beaconsfield Street, Blyth | 380 yd | |
| Mister Ridley Cafe | Park Road, Blyth | 381 yd | |
| Magic Memories Cafe | 14 Beaconsfield Street, Blyth | 521 yd | |
| Gossip About Food | 27-29 Waterloo Road, Blyth | 582 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masons Arms | Plessey Road, Blyth | 59 yd | |
| Blyth Masonic Hall | 37 Beaconsfield Street, Blyth | 350 yd | |
| Blyth Spartans Social Club | Plessey Road, Blyth | 359 yd | |
| Royal Engineers Club | 41 Stanley Street, Blyth | 409 yd | |
| Blyth Constitutional Club | 13-19 Croft Road, Blyth | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ginos Fish & Chips | 200 Plessey Road, Blyth | 260 yd | |
| Mr Hay's | 79-81 Plessey Road, Blyth | 315 yd | |
| Plessey Pantry | 199 Plessey Road, Blyth | 404 yd | |
| Tandoori House | 28 Union Street, Blyth | 409 yd | |
| Eastern Balti House | 5 Croft Road, Blyth | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 47-71 Waterloo Road, Blyth | 568 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 41 Waterloo Road, Blyth | 568 yd | |
| Morrisons | Regent Street, Blyth | 726 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Croftway Primary Academy WILLIAM STREET | grass pitches | 220 yd |
| Body-Tec Health Studio 39A 39A UNION STREET | health and fitness suite | 256 yd |
| Croft Park (Blyth Spartans Fc) CROFT PARK CROFT PARK PLESSEY ROAD | grass pitches | 287 yd |
| Fit 2 Be CROFT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 292 yd |
| Blyth Spartans Juniors Fc DUNE WALK | grass pitches | 421 yd |
| Broadway Field BROADWAY | grass pitches | 461 yd |
| Wensleydale Middle School (Closed) Dent Street | grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Eleventh Avenue Track ELEVENTH AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Blyth Rugby Club PLESSEY ROAD | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| St Wilfrids Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School CLAREMONT TERRACE | grass pitches | 828 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.