Charles Avenue is in Whitley Bay and in North Tyneside district. NE26 1AG is located in the Whitley Bay North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Charles Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE26 1AP, NE26 1AQ, NE26 1BE, NE26 1AF, NE26 1AW, NE26 1AU, NE26 1AL, NE26 1PB, NE26 1AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE26 1AG has a slightly higher male population, with 53% 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 | 44.5% | 47% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 55.5% | 53% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 NE26 1AG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.9% 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 | 49.5% | 45.9% | -3.6% | 37.9% | 8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 38.4% | 2.4% | 44.2% | -5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 9.2% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.8% | 53.1% | 7.3% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 30.3% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 13.9% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.4% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 17.3% | -10.0% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 8.1% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 11.4% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 4.9% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 17.9% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 40.1% | 11.5% | 33.8% | 6.3% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.8% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 98.4% | 93.5% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 93.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.9% | 37.2% | 18.7% |
| Christian | 37.1% | 46.2% | -9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Charles Avenue was 107.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.7% higher than the Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Charles Avenue has the 21st highest crime rate of 88 local areas in Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South and the 187th highest crime rate of 705 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Charles Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2025-05-06 | £337,697 |
| 36 Charles Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2025-03-26 | £397,264 |
| 10 Charles Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-04-04 | £314,408 |
| 36 Charles Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-09-18 | £272,771 |
| 30 Charles Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2023-06-30 | £369,944 |
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir James Knott Memorial Nursery School Percy Square , River View NE30 4AG | 3out of 4 | 3,953 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Park First School Park Road , NE26 1LT | 3out of 4 | 329 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockcliffe First School Grafton Road , NE26 2NR | 3out of 4 | 963 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coquet Park First School The Links , NE26 1TQ | - not rated | 1,076 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Village First School Bygate Road , Monkseaton NE25 8BN | - not rated | 1,344 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cullercoats Primary School Marden Avenue , Cullercoats NE30 4PB | 3out of 4 | 1,674 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitley Bay High School Deneholm , NE25 9AS | 4out of 4 | 1,526 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | - not rated | 2,201 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,235 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | - not rated | 2,862 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 2out of 4 | 2,862 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 918 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JW | 3out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | - not rated | 1,762 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 3,263 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shiremoor Middle School Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | - not rated | 4,389 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tynemouth College Hawkeys Lane , NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 3,935 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Priory School Huntington Place , Tynemouth NE30 4RF | 3out of 4 | 3,478 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Tutorial Unit Chapel Lane Education Centre , Chapel Lane NE25 8AD | - not rated | 1,486 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 2,315 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 2,731 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Huntington Place , Tynemouth NE30 4RF | - not rated | 3,601 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashleigh School Charlotte Street , NE30 1BP | - not rated | 4,311 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hinnies | 10 East Parade, Whitley Bay | 34 yd | |
| The Beach House | 19 East Parade, Whitley Bay | 34 yd | |
| Takdir Indian Kitchen, Grill And Cocktail Bar | 7 East Parade, Whitley Bay | 70 yd | |
| Turknaz | Aruba, 57 North Parade | 180 yd | |
| No Fret | 52 South Parade, Whitley Bay | 217 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Promenade Club Ltd | 43/45, North Parade | 184 yd | |
| Club Havana | Havana, 34 - 36 South Parade | 256 yd | |
| The Brewery And Whitley Bay Brewing Company | 1 - 2 South Parade, Whitley Bay | 303 yd | |
| Vineyard 72 | 10 York Road, Whitley Bay | 320 yd | |
| The Fire Station | 18 York Road, Whitley Bay | 320 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papillon Pizza | 236 Whitley Road, Whitley Bay | 357 yd | |
| Tasty Turk | 236 Whitley Road, Whitley Bay | 389 yd | |
| Pantrinis Per Sempre Ltd | 11/13, Marine Avenue | 395 yd | |
| Whitley Whaler | 3 Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay | 395 yd | |
| Dixy Chicken | 210 Whitley Road, Whitley Bay | 426 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys Local | Units 13 And 14, Park View Shopping Centre | 433 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Park First School PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 337 yd |
| Sands Ladies Leisure (Closed) WHITLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 548 yd |
| Ymca (North Tyneside, Whitley Bay Branch) (Closed) Grosvenor Drive | squash courts | 694 yd |
| Marden Bridge Sports Centre MARDEN BRIDGE SPORTS CENTRE MARDEN BRIDGE SPORTS CENTRE HILLHEADS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Waves THE LINKS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,031 yd |
| Coquet Park Primary School THE LINKS | 1,072 yd | |
| Whitley Bay Rockcliff Rfc LOVAINE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,091 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 215.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.