Tilley Lane is in Backworth, Newcastle Upon Tyne and in North Tyneside district. NE27 0XH is located in the Backworth & Holystone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 2019-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tilley Lane, Backworth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE27 0XH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE27 0UZ, NE27 0UW, NE27 0UY, NE27 0DB, NE27 0HF, NE27 0DH, NE27 0DG, NE27 0UU, NE27 0UX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE27 0XH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 53.2% | 48.1% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 46.8% | 51.9% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 NE27 0XH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% 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 | 36.4% | 43.5% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 45.9% | 8.1% | 44.2% | 1.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 7.7% | 1.4% | -6.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 7.5% | -6.4% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 0.3% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92%) 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 | 45.5% | 64.8% | 19.3% | 48.4% | 16.4% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 27.2% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 6.9% | -5.9% | 12.7% | -5.8% |
| Bad health | 9.4% | 1.1% | -8.3% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 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.
In the area around NE27 0XH this area, 1% 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 62.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.1% | 1% | -29.1% | 18.2% | -17.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 4.1% | -12.6% | 9.6% | -5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.9% | 9.6% | -14.3% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 20.9% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 62.3% | 51.8% | 33.8% | 28.5% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.6% | 90.2% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 97.3% | 92.3% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 92.8% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.5% | 37.2% | 21.3% |
| Christian | 32.3% | 46.2% | -13.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tilley Lane was 17.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.1% lower than the Backworth & Holystone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tilley Lane has the 19th lowest crime rate of 132 local areas in Backworth & Holystone and the 118th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Tilley Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, a newly built property | £399,950 | 2020-03-27 | £524,533 |
| 7 Tilley Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, a newly built property | £334,950 | 2019-12-13 | £436,587 |
| 1 Tilley Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, a newly built property | £329,950 | 2019-09-27 | £429,016 |
| 5 Tilley Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £224,950 | 2019-09-23 | £300,408 |
| 2 Tilley Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear Detached, a newly built property | £315,950 | 2019-09-20 | £410,812 |
NE27 0XH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 209 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Retired | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holystone Primary School Whitley Road , Holystone NE27 0DA | 4out of 4 | 209 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shiremoor Primary School Stanton Road , Shiremoor NE27 0PW | 4out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Park Primary School Addington Drive , NE28 9RT | 3out of 4 | 1,793 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Backworth Park Primary School Hotspur North , Backworth NE27 0AH | 2out of 4 | 1,961 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Road Primary School Ivy Road Primary School , Ivy Road NE12 9AP | 3out of 4 | 2,081 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Stephenson High School Southgate , Killingworth NE12 6SA | 2out of 4 | 2,860 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | 3out of 4 | 3,000 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 2out of 4 | 3,388 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 3,699 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 2out of 4 | 3,919 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 3,128 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 4,723 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 4,736 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whytrig Community Middle School Elsdon Avenue , Seaton Delaval NE25 0BP | 2out of 4 | 5,182 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 1,162 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,007 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,495 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley School West Lane , Killingworth NE12 7BH | 4out of 4 | 2,736 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley Hedleys College Station Road , Forest Hall NE12 8YY | - not rated | 3,054 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery | Toby Carvery Restaurant, Northumberland Park Way | 661 yd | |
| Costa Drive Thru | Costa Coffee Drive Thru, Northumberland Park Way | 661 yd | |
| Sambuca Braise Station | Sambuca Braised Station 24, Benton Road | 888 yd | |
| Rising Sun Country Park Restaurant | Cafe At, Rising Sun Country Park | 920 yd | |
| McDonalds | McDonalds Restaurant, Asda Superstore | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holystone Park Cookhouse And Pub | The Stonebrook, Edmund Road | 180 yd | |
| Holystone | Holystone Inn, Whitley Road | 197 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf | Wheatsheaf Inn, Great Lime Road | 450 yd | |
| Allotment Social Club And Institute Ltd | Allotment Social Club, Benton Road | 714 yd | |
| The Pavilion | Hotspur North, Backworth Business Park | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northumberland Park Fish And Chips | Unit 1C, Northumberland Park District Centre | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | Earsdon Road, Shiremoor | 921 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Unit 7, Northumberland Park District Centre | 1,013 yd | |
| Asda Stores | Asda Superstore, Whitley Road | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holystone Primary School WHITLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 220 yd |
| Village Gym (Newcastle) THE SILVERLINK NORTH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,029 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 | 550 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 484 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.