Western Avenue is in Seaton Delaval, Whitley Bay and in Blyth Valley district. NE25 0EP is located in the Seghill with Seaton Delaval electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Western Avenue, Seaton Delaval, Whitley Bay, NE25 0EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE25 0ER, NE25 0EW, NE25 0EN, NE25 0ES, NE25 0EL, NE25 0EH, NE25 0EQ, NE25 0EJ, NE25 0EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE25 0EP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 52.4% | 49.5% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 50.5% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE25 0EP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35% | 50.2% | 15.2% | 37.9% | 12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 27.1% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -17.1% |
| Separated | 7.1% | 2% | -5.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 14.2% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6.5% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 42.9% | 47.3% | 4.4% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 29.6% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 14.8% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6.4% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.1% | 19.3% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 16.5% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 14.5% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 8% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 17.3% | 2.7% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 21.7% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.1% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 98.7% | 97.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 97.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 38.4% | 46.2% | -7.8% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Western Avenue was 106.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.0% lower than the Holywell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Western Avenue has the 12th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Holywell and the 308th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Western Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-06-03 | £181,102 |
| 47 Western Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2023-10-20 | £132,718 |
| 49 Western Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-10-18 | £124,593 |
| 13 Western Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-07-19 | £204,995 |
| 51 Western Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2020-04-09 | £166,378 |
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Delaval First School Western Avenue , Seaton Delaval NE25 0EP | 3out of 4 | 111 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seghill First School Seghill , NE23 7SB | 3out of 4 | 1,609 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Hartley First School New Hartley , NE25 0RD | 3out of 4 | 1,845 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holywell Village First School Holywell , Holywell Village NE25 0LN | 3out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School Westloch Road , NE23 6LW | 3out of 4 | 3,257 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Community High School Elsdon Avenue , NE25 0BP | 3out of 4 | 691 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cramlington Learning Village Highburn , NE23 6BN | 3out of 4 | 4,025 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Stephenson High School Southgate , Killingworth NE12 6SA | 2out of 4 | 5,102 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whytrig Community Middle School Elsdon Avenue , Seaton Delaval NE25 0BP | 2out of 4 | 765 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Sluice Middle School Alston Grove , Seaton Sluice NE26 4JS | 3out of 4 | 3,939 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 4,685 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 5,365 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atkinson House School North Terrace , Seghill NE23 7EB | 3out of 4 | 1,219 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cramlington Hillcrest School East View Avenue , East Farm NE23 1DY | 3out of 4 | 3,659 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 4,364 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 4,437 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Community Cafe | Elsdon Avenue, Seaton Delaval | 491 yd | |
| Leos | 20 Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval | 523 yd | |
| Roma Ristorante | 18 Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval | 523 yd | |
| Hastings Cafe | Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval | 609 yd | |
| The Crescent Cafe | 2-3 Avenue Crescent, Seaton Delaval | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crafty Lodge | 30 Astley Road, Seaton Delaval | 521 yd | |
| The Hastings Arms | Astley Road, Seaton Delaval | 605 yd | |
| Seaton Delaval Masonic Hall | Seaton Delaval | 814 yd | |
| Secret Garden | Double Row, Seaton Delaval | 906 yd | |
| Victoria & Albert Inn | Seaton Terrace, Seaton Delaval | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Appetit | 190 Astley Road, Seaton Delaval | 465 yd | |
| Pizzanaz Delaval Ltd | 14 Astley Road, Seaton Delaval | 521 yd | |
| Chuen Lee Chinese Takeaway | 10-12 Astley Road, Seaton Delaval | 521 yd | |
| Movie Foods Seaton Delaval | 2 Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval | 523 yd | |
| Delaval Tandoori | 24 Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakes & Dales Co-Operative | Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval | 526 yd | |
| Lakes & Dales Co-operative | Blackhaugh Drive, Seaton Delaval | 688 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whytrig Community Middle School (Closed) Western Avenue | grass pitches | 378 yd |
| Astley Community High School ELSDON AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 582 yd |
| Wheatridge Park WHEATRIDGE PARK WHEATRIDGE PARK ASTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 621 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 | 33.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.