Rothbury Gardens is in Wallsend and in North Tyneside district. NE28 7DZ 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 Rothbury Gardens, Wallsend, NE28 7DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE28 7DX, NE28 7HX, NE28 7DP, NE28 7DR, NE28 7DS, NE28 7DA, NE28 7TD, NE28 7ED, NE28 7DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE28 7DZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 52.3% | 48.2% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 51.8% | 4.1% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 34.6% | 33.9% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 46.1% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 8.2% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 9.4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 40.6% | 44.8% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 36.7% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 13.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 3.9% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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% | 20.4% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 13.1% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 16.3% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.3% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 17.1% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 23.3% | 11.6% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 95.8% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 98.6% | 95.8% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 95.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rothbury Gardens was 26.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.0% lower than the Howdon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rothbury Gardens has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Howdon and the 169th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Rothbury Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2024-06-20 | £115,361 |
| 24 Rothbury Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £145,500 | 2022-11-18 | £149,779 |
| 26 Rothbury Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2020-09-30 | £150,532 |
| 15 Rothbury Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2018-12-14 | £166,071 |
| 24 Rothbury Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2018-11-14 | £148,077 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,986 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 3,309 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 5,163 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 | 683 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denbigh Community Primary School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0DS | 4out of 4 | 761 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Primary School Martin Road , NE28 0AG | 3out of 4 | 905 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallsend St Peter's CofE Aided Primary School North Terrace , NE28 6PY | 2out of 4 | 923 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Battle Hill Primary School Berwick Drive , Battle Hill Estate NE28 9DH | 3out of 4 | 1,298 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 | 611 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 2,544 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 3,084 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walker Riverside Academy Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | 3out of 4 | 3,508 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,176 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 | 1,132 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South Tyneside and Newcastle Eco Centre, Windmill Way , NE31 1HG | - not rated | 1,907 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,057 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 3,049 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 3,368 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 | 619 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | Station Road, Wallsend | 627 yd | |
| Tyne Metropolitan College. | Granada Food Sevices, Tyne Metropolitan College | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosehill Tavern | Churchill Street, Wallsend | 204 yd | |
| Wallsend Labour Club | Camberley Road, Wallsend | 585 yd | |
| The Mauretania | Denbigh Avenue, Wallsend | 619 yd | |
| Jilly's Homebake@The Rose Inn | Rose Inn, Rosehill Bank | 644 yd | |
| The Walls End | Middle Engine Lane, Wallsend | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Bamboo Gardens | 61 Archer Street, Wallsend | 326 yd | |
| Hog Roast Deli | 1 Tynemouth Road, Wallsend | 530 yd | |
| Silver Inn | 76 Windsor Drive, Wallsend | 585 yd | |
| Howdon Chippy | 2 Howdon Lane, Wallsend | 922 yd | |
| Bengal Spice | 140 Tynemouth Road, Wallsend | 925 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Foodstore, Battle Hill Drive | 627 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 10, Coastway Shopping Centre | 627 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer | Unit D1, Mallard Way | 627 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Store, Tynemouth Road | 848 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 615 yd |
| Denbigh Community Primary School DENBIGH AVENUE | grass pitches | 644 yd |
| Stephenson Memorial Primary School MARTIN ROAD | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Wallsend Rugby Football Club St. Peters Road | grass pitches | 831 yd |
| St. Peters Playing Fields COASTWAY SHOPPING CENTRE COASTWAY SHOPPING CENTRE BATTLE HILL DRIVE | grass pitches | 983 yd |
| The Langdale Centre THE LANGDALE CENTRE THE LANGDALE CENTRE LANGDALE GARDENS | grass pitches | 998 yd |
| Tyne Metropolitan College (Coast Road Campus) BATTLE HILL DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 1,074 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 200.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.