Murray Road is in Wallsend and in North Tyneside district. NE28 0LZ 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 Murray Road, Wallsend, NE28 0LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE28 0NJ, NE28 0NF, NE28 0NA, NE28 0NB, NE28 0LF, NE28 0LG, NE28 0AD, NE28 0NG, NE28 0AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE28 0LZ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 52% | 47.1% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 48% | 52.9% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 0LZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% 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 | 37.7% | 42.4% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 41.2% | 3.1% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 9.3% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 4.7% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.5% | 48.6% | 8.1% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 29.4% | -8.7% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 12.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 7.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.2% | 21% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 8.6% | -10.6% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 18.7% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8.9% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 17.1% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 23.3% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.5% | 95.2% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 96.4% | 97% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 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 | 96.1% | 97.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.9% | 37.2% | 11.7% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Murray Road was 73.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.4% lower than the Howdon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Murray Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Howdon and the 316th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 42.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Murray Road, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2019-04-18 | £161,983 |
| 6 Murray Road, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2018-05-25 | £145,757 |
| 16 Murray Road, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2014-09-11 | £129,588 |
| 29 Murray Road, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2013-11-27 | £168,541 |
| 20 Murray Road, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2006-01-27 | £170,857 |
NE28 0LZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate 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 | 2,726 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 2,881 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 5,229 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 | 5,354 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephenson Memorial Primary School Martin Road , NE28 0AG | 3out of 4 | 456 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denbigh Community Primary School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0DS | 4out of 4 | 520 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Primary School Coniston Road , NE28 0EP | 3out of 4 | 948 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallsend St Peter's CofE Aided Primary School North Terrace , NE28 6PY | 2out of 4 | 960 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richardson Dees Primary School High Street East , NE28 7RT | 3out of 4 | 1,608 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 | 953 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,232 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 2,330 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 3,088 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jarrow School Field Terrace , NE32 5PR | 3out of 4 | 3,220 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 | 5,403 yd | Community 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 | 1,224 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South Tyneside and Newcastle Eco Centre, Windmill Way , NE31 1HG | - not rated | 1,614 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,496 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 2,776 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 2,939 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 | 516 yd | |
| Potter Street Cafe | Verne Hotel, Potter Street | 889 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | Station Road, Wallsend | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosehill Tavern | Churchill Street, Wallsend | 254 yd | |
| The Mauretania | Denbigh Avenue, Wallsend | 516 yd | |
| Wallsend Labour Club | Camberley Road, Wallsend | 541 yd | |
| Jilly's Homebake@The Rose Inn | Rose Inn, Rosehill Bank | 783 yd | |
| Willington Quay Social Club | 130 Bewicke Road, Wallsend | 823 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hog Roast Deli | 1 Tynemouth Road, Wallsend | 171 yd | |
| Howdon Chippy | 2 Howdon Lane, Wallsend | 501 yd | |
| New Bamboo Gardens | 61 Archer Street, Wallsend | 516 yd | |
| Bengal Spice | 140 Tynemouth Road, Wallsend | 578 yd | |
| Jaks | 3 - 5 Cleveland Gardens, Wallsend | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Store, Tynemouth Road | 502 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Foodstore, Battle Hill Drive | 1,074 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 10, Coastway Shopping Centre | 1,074 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer | Unit D1, Mallard Way | 1,074 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stephenson Memorial Primary School MARTIN ROAD | grass pitches | 329 yd |
| Denbigh Community Primary School DENBIGH AVENUE | grass pitches | 419 yd |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 995 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 | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.