Mallard Way is in Blyth and in Blyth Valley district. NE24 3QA is located in the South Blyth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mallard Way, Blyth, NE24 3QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE24 3QE, NE24 3QB, NE24 3PY, NE24 3PT, NE24 3PZ, NE24 3PX, NE24 3QD, NE24 3UH, NE24 3PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE24 3QA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.5% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.5% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 23.4% | 32.2% | 8.8% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 46.1% | -13.1% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 10.1% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 7.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 (85.1%) 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 | 45.5% | 48.9% | 3.4% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 40.9% | 36.2% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 12.4% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 15.6% | 10.2% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 11.3% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.5% | 13.9% | -8.6% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 8.3% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.9% | 21.1% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 31.6% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.5% | 97.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 76.7% | 15.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mallard Way was 299.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 706.3% higher than the Plessey average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Mallard Way has the highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Plessey and the 53rd highest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Mallard Way, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-07-18 | £304,820 |
| 35 Mallard Way, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-08-14 | £170,604 |
| 57 Mallard Way, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-05-31 | £248,332 |
| 33 Mallard Way, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-05-10 | £190,164 |
| 70 Mallard Way, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2023-10-26 | £284,715 |
NE24 3QA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,754 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blyth South Beach First School Shearwater Way , South Beach Estate NE24 3PX | - not rated | 304 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton First School Bishopton Street , NE24 2HN | - not rated | 1,580 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftway Academy William Street , NE24 2HP | 4out of 4 | 1,601 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftway Primary School William Street , NE24 2HP | - not rated | 1,644 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftway Academy William Street , NE24 2HP | - not rated | 1,644 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 | 1,516 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Community College Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | - not rated | 3,424 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blyth Academy Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | 3out of 4 | 3,424 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Tynedale High School Tynedale Drive , NE24 4LN | - not rated | 3,454 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Valley High School Prospect Avenue , NE25 0FW | 3out of 4 | 4,457 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaval Community Middle School Plessey Road , NE24 3NL | - not rated | 1,141 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wensleydale Middle School Dent Street , NE24 3ED | - not rated | 1,183 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Middle School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | - not rated | 2,024 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Sluice Middle School Alston Grove , Seaton Sluice NE26 4JS | 3out of 4 | 2,715 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Tynedale Middle School Tynedale Drive , NE24 4LQ | - not rated | 3,290 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 | 1,516 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellesley Community Home Links Road , NE24 3PF | - not rated | 627 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gilbert Ward Academy Princess Louise Road , NE24 2TS | - not rated | 1,965 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dales School Cowpen Road , NE24 4RE | 4out of 4 | 3,901 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Apex Academy Old Hartford School, Scott Street , NE23 3AR | - not rated | 5,178 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breeze Lounge | Links Road, Blyth | 304 yd | |
| Caffe Ginevra | Links Road, Blyth | 304 yd | |
| Blyth Town Football Club | South Newsham Road, Blyth | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The South Beach | Fulmar Drive, Blyth | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastline Fish & Chips & Ciccarelii's Ice Cream | Links Road, Blyth | 306 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Beach FULMAR DRIVE | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| Gloucester Lodge (Closed) Links Road | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| South Newsham Park SANDRINGHAM DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,030 yd |
| Blyth Rugby Club PLESSEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,089 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 26.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.17 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.36 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.