Hastings Avenue is in Whitley Bay and in North Tyneside district. NE26 4AG is located in the St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hastings Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 4AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE26 4AD, NE26 4AQ, NE26 4AE, NE26 4PA, NE26 4AJ, NE26 4AF, NE26 4AB, NE26 4NX, NE26 4NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE26 4AG has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 53.4% | 50% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.6% | 50% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE26 4AG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 72.4% 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 | 16.4% | 15% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -22.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.9% | 72.4% | 6.5% | 44.2% | 28.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -6.8% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 9.3% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 46.2% | 46.6% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 32% | 31.7% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 19% | 17.2% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 4AG this area, 7.5% 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 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 7.5% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 9.3% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12.1% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.9% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 9.8% | -3.0% | 16.9% | -7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 46% | 49.5% | 3.5% | 33.8% | 15.7% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 100% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.2% 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% | 99.2% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 99.2% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.7% | 76.7% | 18.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hastings Avenue was 19.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.1% lower than the St Mary's average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hastings Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in St Mary's and the 132nd lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Hastings Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2023-02-28 | £429,063 |
| 54 Hastings Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2021-11-19 | £421,974 |
| 79 Hastings Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2020-06-18 | £443,854 |
| 46 Hastings Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £389,000 | 2017-01-05 | £539,353 |
| 71 Hastings Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2016-08-31 | £407,455 |
NE26 4AG 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 NE26 4AG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitley Lodge First School Woodburn Drive , NE26 3HW | 3out of 4 | 421 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coquet Park First School The Links , NE26 1TQ | 4out of 4 | 1,049 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southridge First School Cranleigh Place , Beaumont Park Estate NE25 9UD | 4out of 4 | 1,267 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Park First School Park Road , NE26 1LT | 4out of 4 | 1,815 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Sluice First School Granville Avenue , Seaton Sluice NE26 4BX | 3out of 4 | 2,417 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 | 1,343 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,362 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 4,168 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Astley Community High School Elsdon Avenue , NE25 0BP | 3out of 4 | 4,438 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 4,542 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 1,533 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 2,468 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 2,639 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 2,850 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Sluice Middle School Alston Grove , Seaton Sluice NE26 4JS | 3out of 4 | 4,033 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,914 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,934 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 4,521 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 4,870 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davanti Italia | 2 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 530 yd | |
| The Whitley Bay Treehouse | 1A Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 598 yd | |
| The Boathouse Bar And Restaurant | Cafe Within The Lighthouse Club, Whitley Bay Holiday Park | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitley Bay Snooker And Sports Bar | First Floor, 6 Claremont Crescent | 507 yd | |
| Tavern And Galley | The Briar Dene, The Links | 552 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Claremont Chinese Take Away | 13 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 598 yd | |
| Dimitris Takeaway | 3 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 598 yd | |
| Whitley Lodge Fish Bar | 19 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 598 yd | |
| Whitley Lodge Tandoori | 11 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 598 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitley Bay Golf Club Ltd CLUB HOUSE CLUB HOUSE CLAREMONT ROAD | golf | 251 yd |
| Whitley Lodge First School WOODBURN DRIVE | grass pitches | 423 yd |
| Healthlands Club (Whitley Bay) CLAREMONT CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 527 yd |
| Coquet Park Primary School THE LINKS | 983 yd | |
| Waves THE LINKS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,014 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 | 196.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.