Amberley Close is in Wallsend and in North Tyneside district. NE28 0LB is located in the Howdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Amberley Close, Wallsend, NE28 0LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE28 0LS, NE28 0PN, NE28 0PW, NE28 0DR, NE28 0LR, NE28 0BX, NE28 0LW, NE28 0LX, NE28 0LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE28 0LB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 NE28 0LB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 24.6% | 27.6% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 53.4% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 6.5% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 10.3% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 33.7% | 35.7% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 35.3% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 18.2% | -4.5% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 10.1% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 0.8% | -2.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.4% | 24.1% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 13.8% | 4.0% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 12.9% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.4% | 10.3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 14.7% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 22.8% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 100% | 95.3% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 95.7% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 64.7% | 46.2% | 18.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Amberley Close was 111.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.3% lower than the Howdon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Amberley Close has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Howdon and the 218th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Amberley Close, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2025-03-28 | £155,296 |
| 27 Amberley Close, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2023-02-07 | £172,646 |
| 27 Amberley Close, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-06-30 | £177,871 |
| 16 Amberley Close, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-03-18 | £187,703 |
| 7 Amberley Close, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2021-03-23 | £165,300 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NE28 0LB 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 | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | 3,152 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 3,154 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 | 5,018 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 | 4out of 4 | 216 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Primary School Martin Road , NE28 0AG | 3out of 4 | 615 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Primary School Coniston Road , NE28 0EP | 3out of 4 | 639 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallsend St Peter's CofE Aided Primary School North Terrace , NE28 6PY | 2out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Battle Hill Primary School Berwick Drive , Battle Hill Estate NE28 9DH | 3out of 4 | 1,625 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 | 721 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,578 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 1,983 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 2,647 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jarrow School Field Terrace , NE32 5PR | 3out of 4 | 3,540 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 | 4,986 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 5,287 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 789 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South Tyneside and Newcastle Eco Centre, Windmill Way , NE31 1HG | - not rated | 2,034 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,555 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 3,197 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 3,209 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howdelicious | Howdon Community Centre, Denbigh Avenue | 71 yd | |
| Advanced Industrial Solutions (The Restaurant) | 3 Jupiter Court, Orion Business Park | 916 yd | |
| Relish The Caterer | Unit G5, Oslo Close | 926 yd | |
| Entier Ltd | Unit 5, Neptune Court | 1,007 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mauretania | Denbigh Avenue, Wallsend | 71 yd | |
| Wallsend Labour Club | Camberley Road, Wallsend | 111 yd | |
| Rosehill Tavern | Churchill Street, Wallsend | 469 yd | |
| The Walls End | Middle Engine Lane, Wallsend | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Inn | 76 Windsor Drive, Wallsend | 246 yd | |
| Jaks | 3 - 5 Cleveland Gardens, Wallsend | 403 yd | |
| Bengal Spice | 140 Tynemouth Road, Wallsend | 435 yd | |
| Posh Pizza | 1 - 5 Cleveland Gardens, Wallsend | 473 yd | |
| Howdon Chippy | 2 Howdon Lane, Wallsend | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Store, Tynemouth Road | 377 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Denbigh Community Primary School DENBIGH AVENUE | grass pitches | 128 yd |
| Stephenson Memorial Primary School MARTIN ROAD | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| The Langdale Centre THE LANGDALE CENTRE THE LANGDALE CENTRE LANGDALE GARDENS | grass pitches | 706 yd |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 804 yd |
| High Flatworth FLATWORTH PLAYING FIELD FLATWORTH PLAYING FIELD HIGH FLATWORTH | grass pitches | 961 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.18 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.