Langley Avenue is in Blyth and in Blyth Valley district. NE24 5PY 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 Langley Avenue, Blyth, NE24 5PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE24 5PT, NE24 5PZ, NE24 5QA, NE24 5QE, NE24 5QD, NE24 5PX, NE24 5PR, NE24 5QF, NE24 5PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE24 5PY is primarily male, with 56.3% of the population 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 | 50.2% | 43.7% | -6.5% | 51.0% | -7.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 56.3% | 6.5% | 49.0% | 7.3% |
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 | 29.3% | 29.9% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 35.7% | -9.6% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 22.8% | 9.0% | 9.1% | 13.7% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 (63.3%) 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 | 35.2% | 37.4% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 25.9% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 22.3% | 16.8% | -5.5% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 17.8% | 9.1% | 4.0% | 13.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 5PY this area, 31.7% 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 11.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40% | 31.7% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 10% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 18.8% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 13.8% | 10.2% | 5.3% | 8.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 12.9% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.1% | 11.3% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -22.5% |
| Other | 4% | 1.7% | -2.3% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.3% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 96.5% | 96.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Langley Avenue was 444.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 184.8% higher than the Cowpen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Langley Avenue has the 2nd highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Cowpen and the 33rd highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 209.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2A Langley Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2023-09-19 | £80,378 |
| 15 Langley Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-01-13 | £136,375 |
| 32 Langley Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-10-19 | £133,439 |
| 9 Langley Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2020-07-20 | £120,023 |
| 20 Langley Avenue, Blyth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2020-06-10 | £122,738 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morpeth Road Academy Bates Avenue , NE24 5TQ | 3out of 4 | 492 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvin's Close Academy Malvin's Close Academy, Albion Way , NE24 5BL | 2out of 4 | 803 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horton Grange Primary School Cowpen Road , NE24 4RE | 3out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Claremont Terrace , NE24 2LE | - not rated | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newsham Primary School Warwick Street , NE24 4NX | 3out of 4 | 1,791 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 | 961 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 2,255 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy Ridge Terrace , NE22 6ED | 2out of 4 | 4,800 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,619 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 | 1,005 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maharaj's Lounge | 33 Bridge Street, Blyth | 114 yd | |
| KFC | 5b Blyth Valley Retail Park, Blyth | 491 yd | |
| Top G | 17a Spencer Court, Riverside Business Park | 568 yd | |
| Cub Play Cafe | Albion Way, Blyth | 691 yd | |
| Bounce Blyth Limited | 6 Spencer Road, Riverside Business Park | 835 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Arms | Brierley Road, Blyth | 487 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | 417 Cowpen Road, Blyth | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkers | 21f Briardale Road, Blyth | 417 yd | |
| Pizza Daddy | 19b Brierley Road, Cowpen | 417 yd | |
| Tasty Wok | 29 Cowpen Hall Road, Blyth | 458 yd | |
| Sevens | 18 Grasmere Way, Riverside Business Park | 667 yd | |
| McKenzies | Coniston Road, Riverside Business Park | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 390 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Albion Way, Blyth | 970 yd | |
| Asda | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 984 yd | |
| Lidl | Cowpen Road, Blyth | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cowpen Park The Orchards | grass pitches | 144 yd |
| Isabella Road FALLOW PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 912 yd |
| Blyth Morpeth Road Primary School BATES AVENUE | cycling | 913 yd |
| Blyth Morpeth Road Primary School (Closed) Disraeli Street | grass pitches | 1,045 yd |
| Blyth Sports Centre Bolam Avenue | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,048 yd |
| The Blyth Academy CHASE FARM DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,048 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 | 54.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.