Lily Gardens is in Blyth and in Northumberland district. NE24 4UG is located in the Newsham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 2018-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lily Gardens, Blyth, NE24 4UG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE24 4UF, NE24 4UA, NE24 4TZ, NE24 4TU, NE24 4TD, NE24 4TA, NE24 4UH, NE24 4TR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE24 4UG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 50.2% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 45.8% | 49.8% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 NE24 4UG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% 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 | 40.4% | 29.1% | -11.3% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.6% | 61.7% | 18.1% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7% | 5% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 1.9% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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 (87.7%) 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 | 51.2% | 58.9% | 7.7% | 48.4% | 10.5% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 28.8% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 9.6% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.1% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 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.
In the area around NE24 4UG this area, 7.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.6% | 7.3% | -18.3% | 18.2% | -10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 5.7% | -14.1% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 14.1% | -6.5% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.5% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 18.7% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 46.6% | 32.9% | 33.8% | 12.8% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.1% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93.6% | 99.1% | 5.5% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 97.3% 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% | 97.3% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 97.3% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lily Gardens was 126.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.5% higher than the Holywell average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lily Gardens has the 10th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Holywell and the 257th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 53.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Lily Gardens, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2024-12-06 | £294,619 |
| 14 Lily Gardens, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-06-21 | £305,431 |
| 3 Lily Gardens, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-12-20 | £193,478 |
| 1 Lily Gardens, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-05-30 | £208,250 |
| 14 Lily Gardens, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, a newly built property | £249,950 | 2019-08-30 | £335,928 |
NE24 4UG 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 | 142 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Delaval Primary School Delaval Gardens , New Delaval NE24 4DA | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newsham Primary School Warwick Street , NE24 4NX | 3out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Hartley First School New Hartley , NE25 0RD | 3out of 4 | 2,472 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | - not rated | 2,798 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Village Primary School Bowmont Drive , NE23 2SN | 3out of 4 | 2,803 yd | Free schools | 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 | 2,603 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Astley Community High School Elsdon Avenue , NE25 0BP | 3out of 4 | 4,205 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 4,634 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Learning Village Highburn , NE23 6BN | 3out of 4 | 5,070 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,733 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whytrig Community Middle School Elsdon Avenue , Seaton Delaval NE25 0BP | 2out of 4 | 4,213 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 | 2,051 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 | 3,193 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Hillcrest School East View Avenue , East Farm NE23 1DY | 3out of 4 | 3,800 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atkinson House School North Terrace , Seghill NE23 7EB | 3out of 4 | 4,552 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bite Pizza Blyth | 19 Newcastle Road, Blyth | 948 yd | |
| Jules Sandwich Shop | 508 Plessey Road, Blyth | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 2-6 Newcastle Road, Blyth | 853 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Delaval And Newsham Miners Welfare Park WAR MEMORIAL WAR MEMORIAL DELAVAL GARDENS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,023 yd |
| Blyth New Delaval First School (Closed) | grass pitches | 1,040 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 | 120 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.