Boyd Crescent is in Wallsend and in North Tyneside district. NE28 7SG is located in the Wallsend Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Boyd Crescent, Wallsend, NE28 7SG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE28 7SL, NE28 7SF, NE28 7SE, NE28 7PG, NE28 7PF, NE28 7SQ, NE28 7SD, NE28 7PR, NE28 7PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE28 7SG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 49.2% | 49.3% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.7% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 27.7% | 33.1% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 44.6% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 1.6% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 13.1% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 44.1% | 47% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 33.9% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 16.1% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 2.3% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 16.5% | 12.7% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 4.8% | -10.9% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 16.3% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 9.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 14.3% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.1% | 39% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98% | 95.4% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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% | 96.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 96.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.4% | 37.2% | 7.2% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Boyd Crescent was 272.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.0% higher than the Wallsend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Boyd Crescent has the 9th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Wallsend Central and the 57th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 161.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -0.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Boyd Crescent, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2024-08-23 | £142,223 |
| 18 Boyd Crescent, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2023-06-23 | £173,218 |
| 14 Boyd Crescent, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-06-23 | £198,147 |
| 9 Boyd Crescent, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £170,500 | 2022-08-23 | £180,106 |
| 46 Boyd Crescent, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2022-05-31 | £131,594 |
NE28 7SG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE28 7SG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 2,810 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 3,848 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 3,890 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richardson Dees Primary School High Street East , NE28 7RT | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columbas Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Station Road , NE28 8EN | 3out of 4 | 913 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallsend St Peter's CofE Aided Primary School North Terrace , NE28 6PY | 2out of 4 | 989 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Western Community Primary School Rutland Road , NE28 8QL | 4out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carville Primary School The Avenue , NE28 6AX | 3out of 4 | 1,263 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 2out of 4 | 604 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | 3out of 4 | 1,838 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walker Riverside Academy Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | 3out of 4 | 2,206 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , NE6 4NU | 3out of 4 | 2,286 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hebburn Comprehensive School Campbell Park Road , NE31 2QU | 3out of 4 | 3,643 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South Tyneside and Newcastle Eco Centre, Windmill Way , NE31 1HG | - not rated | 2,115 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Charles Parsons School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | 4out of 4 | 2,422 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | 3out of 4 | 2,540 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 2,912 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bad Cat Cafe | 200 High Street East, Wallsend | 493 yd | |
| Baburchi | 120 - 122 High Street East, Wallsend | 576 yd | |
| Soprano's Pizzeria | 80 High Street East, Wallsend | 576 yd | |
| The Well-Bee-ing Hub \& Cafe | 84 - 84A Park Road, Wallsend | 626 yd | |
| English Breakfast And Vegetarian Cafe | 42 - 44 High Street East, Wallsend | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wallsend Engineers Club Ltd | 4/10, Coach Road | 542 yd | |
| Coronation Club | Wallsend Coronation Club, Coronation Street | 555 yd | |
| The Miner's Club And Bella Carvery | Station Road, Wallsend | 710 yd | |
| The Anson | Station Road, Wallsend | 733 yd | |
| Wallsend Social Club Ltd | Wallsend Social Club, Sycamore Street | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr B's | 2B/4B, Richardson Street | 376 yd | |
| Phoenix Cottage | 4 Northumberland Street, Wallsend | 405 yd | |
| Honey House | 144 High Street East, Wallsend | 520 yd | |
| Hungary Shack | 158 High Street East, Wallsend | 520 yd | |
| Spice Palace | 134 High Street East, Wallsend | 520 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 32 Segedunum Way, Wallsend | 843 yd | |
| Aldi | 113 High Street West, Wallsend | 986 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burnside Business And Enterprise College ST. PETERS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 502 yd |
| Hadrian Leisure Centre ST. PETERS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 503 yd |
| Elite Fitness (Closed) Station Road | health and fitness suite | 740 yd |
| Kicks Leisure (Wallsend) (Closed) Warwick Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,075 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 | 72.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.