The Paddock is in Blyth and in Blyth Valley district. NE24 5NH is located in the Cowpen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Paddock, Blyth, NE24 5NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE24 5HL, NE24 5HH, NE24 5JB, NE24 5HJ, NE24 5HR, NE24 5JA, NE24 5HN, NE24 5HQ, NE24 5HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE24 5NH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 55.1% | 49.3% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 44.9% | 50.7% | 5.8% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 5NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.8% 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 | 19.9% | 23.5% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.7% | 58.8% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 14.6% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 5% | 7% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 47.2% | 40.4% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 32% | 39.3% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 13.6% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 5.7% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 20.7% | 17.8% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 10.3% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 14.9% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 21.5% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 24.8% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 99.1% | 98.9% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 98.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Paddock was 192.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.0% higher than the Cowpen average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
The Paddock has the 15th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Cowpen and the 140th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 55.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Paddock, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2024-11-08 | £179,208 |
| 2 The Paddock, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2023-12-12 | £206,291 |
| 1 The Paddock, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2020-12-22 | £271,648 |
| 3 The Paddock, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2015-01-06 | £246,936 |
| 2 The Paddock, Blyth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2007-01-09 | £228,440 |
NE24 5NH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE24 5NH 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | 393 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth Road Academy Bates Avenue , NE24 5TQ | 3out of 4 | 553 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | - not rated | 897 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftway Academy William Street , NE24 2HP | 1out of 4 | 1,522 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horton Grange Primary School Cowpen Road , NE24 4RE | 3out of 4 | 1,527 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 | 1,269 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 2,669 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy Ridge Terrace , NE22 6ED | 2out of 4 | 5,218 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 | 5,449 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 | 1,273 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 | 1,417 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 | 282 yd | |
| Albion Cafe | Albion Way, Blyth | 509 yd | |
| Maharaj's Lounge | 33 Bridge Street, Blyth | 539 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 663 yd | |
| Top G | 17a Spencer Court, Riverside Business Park | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Arms | Brierley Road, Blyth | 666 yd | |
| The Top House | Marlow Street, Blyth | 712 yd | |
| Coms Weddings & Events Ltd | 91 Wright Street, Blyth | 756 yd | |
| Waterloo Road Social Club | 114 Waterloo Road, Blyth | 870 yd | |
| Isabella Pub | Southend Avenue, Blyth | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Daddy | 19b Brierley Road, Cowpen | 605 yd | |
| Best Pizza Express | 22 Marlow Street, Blyth | 764 yd | |
| Checkers | 21f Briardale Road, Blyth | 818 yd | |
| Pizza King | 56 Delaval Terrace, Blyth | 843 yd | |
| Tasty Wok | 29 Cowpen Hall Road, Blyth | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Albion Way, Blyth | 576 yd | |
| Asda | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 746 yd | |
| Lidl | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 746 yd | |
| Aldi | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 770 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cowpen Park The Orchards | grass pitches | 554 yd |
| Blyth Sports Centre Bolam Avenue | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 623 yd |
| Blyth Morpeth Road Primary School (Closed) Disraeli Street | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| Isabella Road FALLOW PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 741 yd |
| St Wilfrids Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School CLAREMONT TERRACE | grass pitches | 795 yd |
| Blyth Morpeth Road Primary School BATES AVENUE | cycling | 796 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.