Holywell Avenue is in Whitley Bay and in North Tyneside district. NE26 3AQ 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 Holywell Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 3AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE26 3AD, NE26 3AR, NE26 3AY, NE26 3AS, NE26 3AX, NE26 3AP, NE26 3BQ, NE26 3ST, NE26 3BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE26 3AQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 47.4% | 47.9% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 52.6% | 52.1% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 NE26 3AQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 72% 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 | 18.2% | 21.3% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.4% | 72% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 27.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -8.1% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4.2% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 61.4% | 63.1% | 1.7% | 48.4% | 14.7% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 30% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 8% | 6.4% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -6.3% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -3.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 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 NE26 3AQ this area, 4.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 67.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.7% | 4.9% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.7% | 2.1% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -7.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 11.2% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 10.8% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 61.1% | 67.1% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 33.3% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.3% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96% | 96.4% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 97% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97% | 76.7% | 20.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 1.6% | 13.5% | -11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holywell Avenue was 8.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.3% lower than the Monkseaton average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Holywell Avenue has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Monkseaton and the 34th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -93.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Holywell Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £965,000 | 2024-07-19 | £1,044,424 |
| Flat 4 Churchill House, 31 Holywell Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2022-07-29 | £368,349 |
| 37 Holywell Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £1,395,000 | 2022-04-29 | £1,591,521 |
| 49 Holywell Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £608,000 | 2017-06-14 | £862,016 |
| 55 Holywell Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2015-09-01 | £803,611 |
NE26 3AQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NE26 3AQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 4,642 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southridge First School Cranleigh Place , Beaumont Park Estate NE25 9UD | 4out of 4 | 650 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coquet Park First School The Links , NE26 1TQ | 4out of 4 | 715 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Park First School Park Road , NE26 1LT | 4out of 4 | 957 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitley Lodge First School Woodburn Drive , NE26 3HW | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appletree Gardens First School Appletree Gardens , Monkseaton NE25 8XS | 3out of 4 | 1,313 yd | Foundation 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 | 263 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,997 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,887 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 3,181 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 3,756 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 531 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 2,134 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whytrig Community Middle School Elsdon Avenue , Seaton Delaval NE25 0BP | 2out of 4 | 5,024 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 4,321 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,652 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 3,181 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,338 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 4,301 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meet Me On The Corner Cafe | 45 Ilfracombe Gardens, Whitley Bay | 363 yd | |
| Retro Bay Cafe | 52 - 52A Eastbourne Gardens, Whitley Bay | 389 yd | |
| Ahar Restaurant | 238 Park View, Whitley Bay | 647 yd | |
| Spice Junction | Unit 1, Monkseaton Metro Station | 674 yd | |
| Fares Fayre Coffee Station | Unit 5, Monkseaton Metro Station | 674 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert And Smith's | 201 Park View, Whitley Bay | 641 yd | |
| Square And Compass Bar | 207 Park View, Whitley Bay | 641 yd | |
| Nord Bottle Shop | 165 - 167 Park View, Whitley Bay | 743 yd | |
| Whitley Bay Comrades Club \& Cafe | 13/14, The Links | 764 yd | |
| The Ship | Front Street, Whitley Bay | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Lagoon | 40 Ilfracombe Gardens, Whitley Bay | 504 yd | |
| Ocean Take Away | 2 Coronation Crescent, Whitley Bay | 775 yd | |
| New Claremont Chinese Take Away | 13 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 780 yd | |
| Dimitris Takeaway | 3 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 780 yd | |
| Whitley Lodge Fish Bar | 19 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 780 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Churchill Playing Fields CHURCHILL PAVILION PLAYINGFIELDS CHURCHILL PAVILION PLAYINGFIELDS HARTLEY AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 230 yd |
| Whitley Bay High School DENEHOLM | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Valley Gardens Middle School VALLEY GARDENS | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Coquet Park Primary School THE LINKS | 663 yd | |
| Southridge First School CRANLEIGH PLACE | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Waves THE LINKS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 780 yd |
| Marine Park First School PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 828 yd |
| Healthlands Club (Whitley Bay) CLAREMONT CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 855 yd |
| Whitley Lodge First School WOODBURN DRIVE | grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Monkseaton Middle School VERNON DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,073 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 250.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 26.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.