Alconbury Close is in Blyth and in Blyth Valley district. NE24 3TN is located in the Plessey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alconbury Close, Blyth, NE24 3TN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE24 3TE, NE24 3ER, NE24 3TL, NE24 3TF, NE24 3TJ, NE24 3TW, NE24 3TH, NE24 3TA, NE24 3TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE24 3TN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.6% | 55.3% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 44.4% | 44.7% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 | 33.8% | 26.1% | -7.7% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 50.8% | 6.5% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 12.6% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48% | 37.8% | -10.2% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 40.1% | 7.2% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 20.7% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 18.7% | -1.4% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 11.1% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 9.6% | -10.9% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 12.1% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 6.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.4% | 22.7% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 21.7% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 4% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97.6% | 97.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 97.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 1.8% | 6.0% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alconbury Close was 18.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.0% lower than the Plessey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alconbury Close has the 7th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Plessey and the 177th lowest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Alconbury Close, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2022-07-15 | £133,301 |
| 35 Alconbury Close, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-11-15 | £150,414 |
| 24 Alconbury Close, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2021-05-10 | £143,807 |
| 21 Alconbury Close, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-03-05 | £135,203 |
| 24 Alconbury Close, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2020-07-03 | £133,375 |
NE24 3TN 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 NE24 3TN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 663 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton First School Bishopton Street , NE24 2HN | - not rated | 722 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftway Academy William Street , NE24 2HP | 4out of 4 | 737 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftway Primary School William Street , NE24 2HP | - not rated | 780 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftway Academy William Street , NE24 2HP | - not rated | 780 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 | 899 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Tynedale High School Tynedale Drive , NE24 4LN | - not rated | 2,847 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Community College Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | - not rated | 2,878 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blyth Academy Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | 3out of 4 | 2,878 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlingtonshire Community High School Palace Road , NE22 7DS | - not rated | 4,663 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wensleydale Middle School Dent Street , NE24 3ED | - not rated | 414 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Delaval Community Middle School Plessey Road , NE24 3NL | - not rated | 542 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Middle School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Tynedale Middle School Tynedale Drive , NE24 4LQ | - not rated | 2,684 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blyth Bebside Middle School Cowpen Road , NE24 4RE | - not rated | 3,327 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 | 899 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 | 545 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gilbert Ward Academy Princess Louise Road , NE24 2TS | - not rated | 1,179 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dales School Cowpen Road , NE24 4RE | 4out of 4 | 3,280 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Apex Academy Old Hartford School, Scott Street , NE23 3AR | - not rated | 5,073 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambois House School Cambois House School , NE24 1SF | - not rated | 5,468 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mister Ridley Cafe | Park Road, Blyth | 916 yd | |
| Broadway Sandwich Bar | 5 Broadway Circle, Blyth | 962 yd | |
| The Tavern | Beaconsfield Street, Blyth | 1,080 yd | |
| Breeze Lounge | Links Road, Blyth | 1,091 yd | |
| Caffe Ginevra | Links Road, Blyth | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blyth Spartans Social Club | Plessey Road, Blyth | 494 yd | |
| The South Beach | Fulmar Drive, Blyth | 701 yd | |
| Masons Arms | Plessey Road, Blyth | 794 yd | |
| The Seahorse | 415 Plessey Road, Blyth | 902 yd | |
| Blyth Masonic Hall | 37 Beaconsfield Street, Blyth | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plessey Pantry | 199 Plessey Road, Blyth | 433 yd | |
| Ginos Fish & Chips | 200 Plessey Road, Blyth | 555 yd | |
| Keiano's Pizza | 4 Fifteenth Avenue, Blyth | 761 yd | |
| Broadway Chippy | 8 Broadway Circle, Blyth | 939 yd | |
| Broadway Chop Suey | 12 Broadway Circle, Blyth | 939 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wensleydale Middle School (Closed) Dent Street | grass pitches | 322 yd |
| Blyth Spartans Juniors Fc DUNE WALK | grass pitches | 354 yd |
| Blyth Rugby Club PLESSEY ROAD | grass pitches | 357 yd |
| Eleventh Avenue Track ELEVENTH AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 509 yd |
| Delaval Community Middle School (Closed) Plessey Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 542 yd |
| Broadway Field BROADWAY | grass pitches | 609 yd |
| Croft Park (Blyth Spartans Fc) CROFT PARK CROFT PARK PLESSEY ROAD | grass pitches | 615 yd |
| South Beach FULMAR DRIVE | grass pitches | 712 yd |
| Croftway Primary Academy WILLIAM STREET | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| Bede Academy (North) Sixth Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 843 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 | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.