Cresswell Avenue is in Seaton Sluice, Whitley Bay and in Blyth Valley district. NE26 4HH is located in the Hartley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blyth Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cresswell Avenue, Seaton Sluice, Whitley Bay, NE26 4HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE26 4HQ, NE26 4HG, NE26 4HS, NE26 4HR, NE26 4HT, NE26 4HW, NE26 4HP, NE26 4HN, NE26 4HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE26 4HH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 51.8% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.1% | 48.2% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 4HH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70.5% 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 | 11.3% | 9.4% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -28.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 70.5% | 7.9% | 44.2% | 26.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.8% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 17.1% | 11.1% | -6.0% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 26% | 28.7% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -19.7% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 42.5% | 9.0% | 33.6% | 8.9% |
| Fair health | 30.9% | 23.2% | -7.7% | 12.7% | 10.5% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 5.5% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.3% | 17.8% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 11.2% | 2.3% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 9.1% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 9.9% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 13.2% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 35.5% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 100% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 100% | 96.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 96.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 14.2% | 37.2% | -23.0% |
| Christian | 82.2% | 46.2% | 36.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cresswell Avenue was 19.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.8% lower than the Hartley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cresswell Avenue has the 4th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Hartley and the 182nd lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Cresswell Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2024-02-13 | £214,265 |
| 22 Cresswell Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £392,000 | 2022-10-05 | £418,466 |
| 23 Cresswell Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2020-04-24 | £279,569 |
| 8 Cresswell Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2019-12-16 | £395,089 |
| 12 Cresswell Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-12-14 | £298,828 |
NE26 4HH 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 4HH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 74% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 181 |
| Full-Time Employee | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Sluice First School Granville Avenue , Seaton Sluice NE26 4BX | 3out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holywell Village First School Holywell , Holywell Village NE25 0LN | 3out of 4 | 2,714 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Hartley First School New Hartley , NE25 0RD | 3out of 4 | 2,811 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitley Lodge First School Woodburn Drive , NE26 3HW | 3out of 4 | 3,728 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Delaval First School Western Avenue , Seaton Delaval NE25 0EP | 3out of 4 | 3,902 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 3,499 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitley Bay High School Deneholm , NE25 9AS | 4out of 4 | 4,575 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Sluice Middle School Alston Grove , Seaton Sluice NE26 4JS | 3out of 4 | 689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whytrig Community Middle School Elsdon Avenue , Seaton Delaval NE25 0BP | 2out of 4 | 3,429 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 4,656 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 5,267 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,865 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 5,217 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castaways | 32 Collywell Bay Road, Seaton Sluice | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Arms | Links Road, Seaton Sluice | 581 yd | |
| Kings Arms | West Terrace, Seaton Sluice | 614 yd | |
| Seaton Sluice & District Social Club Ltd | Collywell Bay Road, Seaton Sluice | 619 yd | |
| Waterford Arms | Collywell Bay Road, Seaton Sluice | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbour View | Beresford Road, Seaton Sluice | 500 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seaton Sluice Middle School ALSTON GROVE | grass pitches | 769 yd |
| Seaton Sluice First School GRANVILLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 897 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.