Blyth Road is in Whitley Bay and in North Tyneside district. NE26 4NH is located in the St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blyth Road, Whitley Bay, NE26 4NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE26 4NQ, NE26 4NN, NE26 4NL, NE26 4NJ, NE26 4NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE26 4NH is primarily male, with 54.2% of the population 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 | 50.3% | 45.8% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -5.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 54.2% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 5.2% |
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 4NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.8% 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 | 17.6% | 23.3% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.4% | 60.8% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 16.6% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 9.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 48.8% | 49.1% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 32.9% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 13% | -4.9% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 4NH this area, 7.8% 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 44.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.4% | 7.8% | -11.6% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 9% | 1.0% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 13.1% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 5.7% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 18% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 44.3% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 10.5% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.4% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 99.4% | 98.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 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 | 99.4% | 98.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 52.7% | 46.2% | 6.5% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blyth Road was 166.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 404.6% higher than the St Mary's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blyth Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in St Mary's and the 134th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cemetery Lodge Blyth Road, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2021-04-30 | £720,467 |
| Cemetery Lodge Blyth Road, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £145,680 | 2013-03-08 | £246,802 |
NE26 4NH 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 4NH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 1,044 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coquet Park First School The Links , NE26 1TQ | 4out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southridge First School Cranleigh Place , Beaumont Park Estate NE25 9UD | 4out of 4 | 1,896 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Sluice First School Granville Avenue , Seaton Sluice NE26 4BX | 3out of 4 | 1,921 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Park First School Park Road , NE26 1LT | 4out of 4 | 2,231 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 | 1,960 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,961 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Astley Community High School Elsdon Avenue , NE25 0BP | 3out of 4 | 4,525 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 4,655 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 5,092 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 | 2,161 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 3,063 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 3,142 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 3,444 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Sluice Middle School Alston Grove , Seaton Sluice NE26 4JS | 3out of 4 | 3,614 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 | 3,539 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 4,489 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 5,049 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 5,407 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boathouse Bar And Restaurant | Cafe Within The Lighthouse Club, Whitley Bay Holiday Park | 184 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tavern And Galley | The Briar Dene, The Links | 895 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitley Bay Golf Club Ltd CLUB HOUSE CLUB HOUSE CLAREMONT ROAD | golf | 876 yd |
| Whitley Lodge First School WOODBURN DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,049 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.