Ridley Avenue is in Wallsend and in North Tyneside district. NE28 0DY is located in the Howdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ridley Avenue, Wallsend, NE28 0DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE28 0DL, NE28 0DJ, NE28 0DG, NE28 0DF, NE28 0DZ, NE28 0DH, NE28 0AZ, NE28 0DX, NE28 0DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE28 0DY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.1% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.2% | 56.1% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 5.1% |
| Male | 44.8% | 43.9% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -5.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.7% | 41.6% | 9.9% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 29.2% | -14.8% | 44.2% | -15.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 11.9% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 13.5% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.7% | 47.1% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 23% | -5.9% | 33.6% | -10.6% |
| Fair health | 20% | 17.2% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 9.8% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 0DY this area, 28.3% 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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.2% | 28.3% | -13.9% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 11.2% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 13.9% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 15.5% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 21.9% | 12.7% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.9% | 95.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 96.3% | 95.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.1% | 76.7% | -4.6% |
| France | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.8% | 13.5% | 12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.3% | 37.2% | 15.1% |
| Christian | 37.4% | 46.2% | -8.8% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ridley Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Howdon average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Ridley Avenue, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2025-03-28 | £140,382 |
| 62 Ridley Avenue, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-11-29 | £127,157 |
| 9 Ridley Avenue, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-04-05 | £128,866 |
| 40 Ridley Avenue, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-06-10 | £134,162 |
| 21 Ridley Avenue, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-05-06 | £152,703 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Shields Nursery School St John's Terrace , Percy Main NE29 6HS | - not rated | 1,223 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Battle Hill Nursery School Berwick Drive , Battlehill Estate NE28 9DH | - not rated | 2,261 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunn Street Nursery School Minster Parade , NE32 3QH | - not rated | 2,278 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brancepeth Road Nursery School Brancepeth Road , NE31 1SJ | - not rated | 2,530 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 2,926 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denbigh Community Primary School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0DS | - not rated | 512 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denbigh Community Primary School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0DS | - not rated | 512 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington First School Denbigh Avenue , Howden NE28 0DS | - not rated | 512 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bewicke First School Howdon Lane , NE28 0AL | - not rated | 523 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Primary School Martin Road , NE28 0AG | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | 1out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 3out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,216 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Gardner Community High School Albion Road West , NE29 0JN | - not rated | 2,293 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 570 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Community Middle School Langdale Gardens , High Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 867 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 1,129 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Middle School St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | - not rated | 2,216 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Park Middle School Addington Drive , NE28 9RT | - not rated | 2,372 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 1,689 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Metropolitan College Battle Hill Drive , NE28 9NL | - not rated | 1,907 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tynemouth College Hawkeys Lane , NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 2,683 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 5,161 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,997 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 | - not rated | 986 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Young Mothers Unit Tynemetropolitan College Sixth Form Academy Site , Alexandra Building NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 2,160 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Senior Tutorial Centre Hadrian Education Centre , St Peter's Road NE28 7LQ | - not rated | 2,216 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South and North Tyneside Windmill Way , NE31 1SR | - not rated | 2,228 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Accelerated Learning Service Hadrian Education Centre , Addington Drive NE28 9RT | - not rated | 2,442 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relish The Caterer | Unit G5, Oslo Close | 547 yd | |
| Howdelicious | Howdon Community Centre, Denbigh Avenue | 572 yd | |
| Local NCL | Unit 15, Mandale Park | 690 yd | |
| Advanced Industrial Solutions (The Restaurant) | 3 Jupiter Court, Orion Business Park | 902 yd | |
| Sambuca Percy Main | Sambucca, Station Road | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mauretania | Denbigh Avenue, Wallsend | 572 yd | |
| Wallsend Labour Club | Camberley Road, Wallsend | 633 yd | |
| Preston Grange Community Centre | The Grange, Preston Grange | 1,023 yd | |
| Rosehill Tavern | Churchill Street, Wallsend | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaks | 3 - 5 Cleveland Gardens, Wallsend | 256 yd | |
| Posh Pizza | 1 - 5 Cleveland Gardens, Wallsend | 282 yd | |
| Bengal Spice | 140 Tynemouth Road, Wallsend | 329 yd | |
| Howdon Chippy | 2 Howdon Lane, Wallsend | 530 yd | |
| McDonalds | Unit 29 And 30, Mandale Park | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Store, Tynemouth Road | 394 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Flatworth FLATWORTH PLAYING FIELD FLATWORTH PLAYING FIELD HIGH FLATWORTH | grass pitches | 381 yd |
| Denbigh Community Primary School DENBIGH AVENUE | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Stephenson Memorial Primary School MARTIN ROAD | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| The Langdale Centre THE LANGDALE CENTRE THE LANGDALE CENTRE LANGDALE GARDENS | grass pitches | 939 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 | 83.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 157 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.