Mitford Gardens is in Wallsend and in North Tyneside district. NE28 0AN is located in the Howdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 2009-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mitford Gardens, Wallsend, NE28 0AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE28 0QN, NE28 0QY, NE28 0EU, NE28 0ES, NE28 0HG, NE28 0ET, NE28 0HF, NE28 0QL, NE28 0EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE28 0AN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.9% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.1% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 NE28 0AN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46% 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 | 34.6% | 46% | 11.4% | 37.9% | 8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.7% | 33% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 10% | -4.2% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 7.7% | -6.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 39.8% | 36.4% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -12.0% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 37.7% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 16% | 19.1% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 10.5% | 5.9% | -4.6% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 NE28 0AN this area, 32.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 32.4% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 11.5% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 15.6% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.9% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 12.6% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 17.6% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 5% | 3.4% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.5% | 99.4% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 96.3% 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% | 96.3% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 96.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 28% | 13.5% | 14.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mitford Gardens was 150.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.1% higher than the Howdon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mitford Gardens has the 21st highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Howdon and the 151st highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Mitford Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2018-05-18 | £186,013 |
| 69 Mitford Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2014-08-27 | £182,158 |
| 69 Mitford Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2010-03-31 | £226,071 |
| 67 Mitford Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £128,000 | 2009-08-07 | £217,456 |
| 65 Mitford Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2009-04-02 | £257,846 |
NE28 0AN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Other | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 4out of 4 | 3,853 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 3,868 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir James Knott Memorial Nursery School Percy Square , River View NE30 4AG | 3out of 4 | 4,909 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Primary School Coniston Road , NE28 0EP | 3out of 4 | 307 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denbigh Community Primary School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0DS | 4out of 4 | 853 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Battle Hill Primary School Berwick Drive , Battle Hill Estate NE28 9DH | 3out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Park Primary School Addington Drive , NE28 9RT | 3out of 4 | 1,262 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Primary School Martin Road , NE28 0AG | 3out of 4 | 1,340 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | 3out of 4 | 475 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 1,958 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,969 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 2,173 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 3,930 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 | 4,276 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 4,704 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 5,252 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 5,344 yd | Foundation 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 | 5,443 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | 3out of 4 | 254 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,378 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South Tyneside and Newcastle Eco Centre, Windmill Way , NE31 1HG | - not rated | 2,742 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 3,701 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,872 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Industrial Solutions (The Restaurant) | 3 Jupiter Court, Orion Business Park | 477 yd | |
| Entier Ltd | Unit 5, Neptune Court | 545 yd | |
| Costa Next North Shields | Costa Unit 1, Silverlink Point | 555 yd | |
| Howdelicious | Howdon Community Centre, Denbigh Avenue | 681 yd | |
| Nando's | Unit 1, Kingfisher Way | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Walls End | Middle Engine Lane, Wallsend | 392 yd | |
| Buzz Bingo | Gala Leisure, Middle Engine Lane | 393 yd | |
| Wallsend Labour Club | Camberley Road, Wallsend | 623 yd | |
| The Mauretania | Denbigh Avenue, Wallsend | 681 yd | |
| The Jolly Bowman And Burgers Inc | The Jolly Bowman, Addington Drive | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Inn | 76 Windsor Drive, Wallsend | 494 yd | |
| Odeon Cinema | Cinema, Osprey Drive | 811 yd | |
| Jaks | 3 - 5 Cleveland Gardens, Wallsend | 993 yd | |
| Bengal Spice | 140 Tynemouth Road, Wallsend | 1,076 yd | |
| Posh Pizza | 1 - 5 Cleveland Gardens, Wallsend | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Store, Tynemouth Road | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Langdale Centre THE LANGDALE CENTRE THE LANGDALE CENTRE LANGDALE GARDENS | grass pitches | 121 yd |
| Kicks Leisure - Silverlink Park (Closed) Coast Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 537 yd |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 575 yd |
| Denbigh Community Primary School DENBIGH AVENUE | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Tyne Metropolitan College (Coast Road Campus) BATTLE HILL DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 1,013 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.