Bamburgh Close is in Blyth and in Blyth Valley district. NE24 5EB 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 Bamburgh Close, Blyth, NE24 5EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE24 5EA, NE24 5BL, NE24 5JB, NE24 5DY, NE24 5BU, NE24 5BR, NE24 5DN, NE24 5DR, NE24 5HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE24 5EB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 48.8% | 48.7% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 51.2% | 51.3% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 23.8% | 34.9% | 11.1% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 39.4% | -14.4% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 10.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 12.9% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.9%) 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 | 36.1% | 38.4% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 33% | 31.5% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 20.2% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 7.3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 5EB this area, 29.2% 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 12.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.2% | 29.2% | -10.0% | 18.2% | 11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 13.8% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.3% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 9.2% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 17.1% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 12.5% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -21.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.1% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.7% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98.8% | 98% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 98% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 27.7% | 13.5% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.3% | 37.2% | 11.1% |
| Christian | 43.4% | 46.2% | -2.8% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bamburgh Close was 76.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.8% lower than the Cowpen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bamburgh Close has the 16th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Cowpen and the 440th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bamburgh Close, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2007-10-23 | £171,842 |
| 10 Bamburgh Close, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2007-02-16 | £139,158 |
| 10 Bamburgh Close, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,100 | 2005-12-14 | £123,350 |
| 14 Bamburgh Close, Blyth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2005-01-27 | £173,065 |
| 10 Bamburgh Close, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2003-10-24 | £127,088 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NE24 5EB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 221 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | - not rated | 611 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth Road Academy Bates Avenue , NE24 5TQ | 3out of 4 | 779 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftway Academy William Street , NE24 2HP | 1out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newsham Primary School Warwick Street , NE24 4NX | 3out of 4 | 1,456 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 | 1,479 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 2,959 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 | 5,195 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 | 1,032 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 | 1,687 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 | 180 yd | |
| Albion Cafe | Albion Way, Blyth | 298 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 603 yd | |
| Broadway Sandwich Bar | 5 Broadway Circle, Blyth | 722 yd | |
| Maharaj's Lounge | 33 Bridge Street, Blyth | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Top House | Marlow Street, Blyth | 449 yd | |
| Coms Weddings & Events Ltd | 91 Wright Street, Blyth | 566 yd | |
| Waterloo Road Social Club | 114 Waterloo Road, Blyth | 609 yd | |
| High Street Social Club | High Street, Blyth | 847 yd | |
| Percy Arms | Brierley Road, Blyth | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Pizza Express | 22 Marlow Street, Blyth | 510 yd | |
| Pizza King | 56 Delaval Terrace, Blyth | 603 yd | |
| Sky Guests Diner | 6 Bondicar Terrace, Blyth | 713 yd | |
| Broadway Chippy | 8 Broadway Circle, Blyth | 742 yd | |
| Broadway Chop Suey | 12 Broadway Circle, Blyth | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Albion Way, Blyth | 399 yd | |
| Asda | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 752 yd | |
| Lidl | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 752 yd | |
| Morrisons | Regent Street, Blyth | 1,044 yd | |
| Aldi | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blyth Sports Centre Bolam Avenue | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 344 yd |
| St Wilfrids Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School CLAREMONT TERRACE | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Blyth Morpeth Road Primary School (Closed) Disraeli Street | grass pitches | 579 yd |
| Isabella Road FALLOW PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 694 yd |
| Cowpen Park The Orchards | grass pitches | 843 yd |
| Blyth Morpeth Road Primary School BATES AVENUE | cycling | 891 yd |
| Broadway Field BROADWAY | grass pitches | 1,065 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 | 34.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.11 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.81 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.