Ingram Drive is in Blyth and in Blyth Valley district. NE24 5DB is located in the Cowpen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ingram Drive, Blyth, NE24 5DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE24 5DG, NE24 5DF, NE24 5DQ, NE24 5DD, NE24 5JA, NE24 5DH, NE24 5DN, NE24 5DE, NE24 5DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE24 5DB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.9% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.1% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 27% | 27.3% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.8% | 39.4% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 16.2% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 17.7% | 15.2% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
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 (65.7%) 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 | 31.9% | 31.8% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -16.6% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 33.9% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 21.9% | 22.6% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 9.9% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 9.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
In the area around NE24 5DB this area, 37.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.4% | 37.7% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 19.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 11.6% | 1.9% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 16.6% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 7.5% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 11.6% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.8% | 13.1% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 4% | 2% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 99.3% | 99.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 99.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| No passport held | 27.6% | 13.5% | 14.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ingram Drive was 55.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.3% lower than the Cowpen average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Ingram Drive has the 13th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Cowpen and the 537th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Ingram Drive, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2022-06-20 | £73,961 |
| 25 Ingram Drive, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2010-03-05 | £85,159 |
| 21 Ingram Drive, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £19,000 | 2000-07-28 | £73,866 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NE24 5DB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Self-Employed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 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 | 2out of 4 | 544 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth Road Academy Bates Avenue , NE24 5TQ | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | - not rated | 934 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newsham Primary School Warwick Street , NE24 4NX | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horton Grange Primary School Cowpen Road , NE24 4RE | 3out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,124 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 2,703 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy Ridge Terrace , NE22 6ED | 2out of 4 | 5,156 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,326 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 | 1,157 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 | 1,363 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cub Play Cafe | Albion Way, Blyth | 450 yd | |
| Maharaj's Lounge | 33 Bridge Street, Blyth | 561 yd | |
| Albion Cafe | Albion Way, Blyth | 643 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 872 yd | |
| Top G | 17a Spencer Court, Riverside Business Park | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Arms | Brierley Road, Blyth | 501 yd | |
| The Top House | Marlow Street, Blyth | 802 yd | |
| Isabella Pub | Southend Avenue, Blyth | 822 yd | |
| Coms Weddings & Events Ltd | 91 Wright Street, Blyth | 910 yd | |
| Waterloo Road Social Club | 114 Waterloo Road, Blyth | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Daddy | 19b Brierley Road, Cowpen | 454 yd | |
| Checkers | 21f Briardale Road, Blyth | 771 yd | |
| Tasty Wok | 29 Cowpen Hall Road, Blyth | 850 yd | |
| Best Pizza Express | 22 Marlow Street, Blyth | 864 yd | |
| China Garden | 6 Swaledale Court, Blyth | 932 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Albion Way, Blyth | 733 yd | |
| Aldi | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 850 yd | |
| Asda | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 973 yd | |
| Lidl | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 973 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Isabella Road FALLOW PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 520 yd |
| Cowpen Park The Orchards | grass pitches | 606 yd |
| Blyth Sports Centre Bolam Avenue | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 690 yd |
| St Wilfrids Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School CLAREMONT TERRACE | grass pitches | 827 yd |
| Blyth Morpeth Road Primary School (Closed) Disraeli Street | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Blyth Morpeth Road Primary School BATES AVENUE | cycling | 1,028 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.