Main Crescent is in Wallsend and in North Tyneside district. NE28 8AG is located in the Wallsend North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Main Crescent, Wallsend, NE28 8AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE28 8AF, NE28 8PW, NE28 8BB, NE28 8BD, NE28 8TZ, NE28 8BE, NE28 8BA, NE28 8AD, NE28 8UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE28 8AG has a female population much higher than UK average, with 59.2% 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 | 56.5% | 59.2% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 8.2% |
| Male | 43.5% | 40.8% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -8.2% |
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 | 28.7% | 29.4% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.6% | 37% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -7.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 18.5% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 9.4% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 10% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 (66.4%) 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 | 33.7% | 32.8% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -15.6% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 33.6% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 21.2% | 17.8% | -3.4% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 11% | 13% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 9.0% |
| Very bad health | 5.5% | 2.8% | -2.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 8AG this area, 32.2% 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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.6% | 32.2% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 14.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 10% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 14.2% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 10.4% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 13.7% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 19% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0.5% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.5% | 96% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 94.9% | 91.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 6.4% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 91.6% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 4.4% | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.4% | 37.2% | 10.2% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Crescent was 171.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 208.9% higher than the Wallsend North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Main Crescent has the 3rd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Wallsend North and the 100th highest crime rate of 705 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96 Main Crescent, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2024-08-01 | £135,560 |
| 6 Main Crescent, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2017-04-07 | £124,140 |
| 100 Main Crescent, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,950 | 2013-01-04 | £150,294 |
| 104 Main Crescent, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2012-05-11 | £99,363 |
| 100 Main Crescent, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2006-06-05 | £153,651 |
NE28 8AG 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 8AG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walkergate Early Years Centre Millers Dene , Walkergate NE6 4XW | - not rated | 2,198 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Battle Hill Nursery School Berwick Drive , Battlehill Estate NE28 9DH | - not rated | 2,246 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brancepeth Road Nursery School Brancepeth Road , NE31 1SJ | - not rated | 3,833 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | - not rated | 4,056 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | - not rated | 4,377 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redesdale Primary School Wiltshire Drive , NE28 8TS | 3out of 4 | 142 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallsend Jubilee Primary School Mullen Road , NE28 9HA | 3out of 4 | 515 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend Station Road , NE28 8EN | 3out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columbas Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Station Road , NE28 8EN | - not rated | 1,051 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary, Wallsend Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benfield School Benfield Road , Walkergate NE6 4NU | - not rated | 1,797 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , NE6 4NU | - not rated | 1,797 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,309 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 3out of 4 | 2,507 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walker Technology College Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | - not rated | 2,772 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Farm Middle School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | - not rated | 1,076 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Western Middle School Forrest Road , NE28 8PY | - not rated | 1,576 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Middle School St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | - not rated | 2,309 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Park Middle School Addington Drive , NE28 9RT | - not rated | 2,934 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 3,547 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyne Metropolitan College Battle Hill Drive , NE28 9NL | - not rated | 2,528 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 2,774 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside School Mullen Road , High Farm NE28 9HA | - not rated | 420 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Bridges School Cherrywood , NE6 4NW | - not rated | 1,796 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton House School Benton House, Front Street , NE7 7XE | - not rated | 1,983 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley Hedleys College Station Road , Forest Hall NE12 8YY | - not rated | 2,094 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Powder Monkey | Wiltshire Drive, Wallsend | 144 yd | |
| Westholme Farm Social Club | Mullen Road, Wallsend | 823 yd | |
| Rising Sun\* | Rising Sun Inn, Coast Road | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Home | 35 Bedford Avenue, Wallsend | 814 yd | |
| Porky's/A And S Buffets | 6 Coast Road, Wallsend | 1,005 yd | |
| The Mandarin | 4 - 4A Coast Road, Wallsend | 1,005 yd | |
| Fast Fry | 2 Coast Road, Wallsend | 1,005 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wallsend Jubilee Primary School MULLEN ROAD | grass pitches | 509 yd |
| Beacon Hill Park BEACON HILL SCHOOL BEACON HILL SCHOOL RISING SUN COTTAGES | grass pitches | 734 yd |
| Newcastle United Academy GREENLEE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 868 yd |
| Little Benton Pitches OFF GREENLEE DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,079 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 | 81.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.1% |
| 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 | 36.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60.18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.18 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.