Mills Gardens is in Wallsend and in North Tyneside district. NE28 8HW 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 Mills Gardens, Wallsend, NE28 8HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE28 8HL, NE28 8HN, NE28 8HJ, NE28 8HH, NE28 8SS, NE28 7RE, NE28 7RG, NE28 8SR, NE28 7RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE28 8HW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% of residents 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 | 59.1% | 55.3% | -3.8% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 40.9% | 44.7% | 3.8% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 | 29.8% | 38.9% | 9.1% | 37.9% | 1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 35.2% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 4% | 3.1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 13% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 9.3% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.9%) 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% | 40.6% | 7.6% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 25.2% | 26.3% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -7.3% |
| Fair health | 24.3% | 23.7% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 11.0% |
| Bad health | 14.3% | 4.9% | -9.4% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 4.5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.4% | 25.7% | -13.7% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.9% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 17.8% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 8.9% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 17.8% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 17.3% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 98.7% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97.8% | 98.7% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 98.7% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mills Gardens was 69.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.7% lower than the Wallsend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mills Gardens has the 15th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Wallsend Central and the 328th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Mills Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,500 | 2025-05-02 | £167,887 |
| 3 Mills Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-07-22 | £141,101 |
| 10 Mills Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2018-10-10 | £171,807 |
| 12 Mills Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £91,500 | 2017-10-16 | £127,352 |
| 10 Mills Gardens, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,250 | 2016-10-14 | £174,546 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 3,599 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 3,857 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 4,775 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Columbas Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Station Road , NE28 8EN | 3out of 4 | 475 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallsend Jubilee Primary School Mullen Road , NE28 9HA | 3out of 4 | 696 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadettes Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 828 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redesdale Primary School Wiltshire Drive , NE28 8TS | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Western Community Primary School Rutland Road , NE28 8QL | 4out of 4 | 971 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 | 1,479 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , NE6 4NU | 3out of 4 | 1,854 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | 3out of 4 | 2,326 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walker Riverside Academy Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | 3out of 4 | 2,358 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 2out of 4 | 3,322 yd | Foundation 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 | 869 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Charles Parsons School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | 4out of 4 | 2,513 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley Hedleys College Station Road , Forest Hall NE12 8YY | - not rated | 2,895 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South Tyneside and Newcastle Eco Centre, Windmill Way , NE31 1HG | - not rated | 2,994 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | 3out of 4 | 3,046 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Methodist Church | Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Station Road | 661 yd | |
| Verandah Cafe | Richardson Dees Park Lodge, North Road | 714 yd | |
| Porkys Express | 116 Station Road, Wallsend | 1,050 yd | |
| MJ's | Unit 17, Wallsend Market | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Sun\* | Rising Sun Inn, Coast Road | 294 yd | |
| Wallsend Ex Servicemen And Working Mens Club And Institute | Burnside, Station Road | 479 yd | |
| Westholme Farm Social Club | Mullen Road, Wallsend | 567 yd | |
| The Miner's Club And Bella Carvery | Station Road, Wallsend | 733 yd | |
| Lindisfarne Social Club Ltd | Lindisfarne Social Club, West Street | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fast Fry | 2 Coast Road, Wallsend | 294 yd | |
| Porky's/A And S Buffets | 6 Coast Road, Wallsend | 294 yd | |
| The Mandarin | 4 - 4A Coast Road, Wallsend | 294 yd | |
| Ruchita Tandoori | 283 Station Road, Wallsend | 580 yd | |
| Happy Home | 35 Bedford Avenue, Wallsend | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 32 Segedunum Way, Wallsend | 1,037 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon Hill Park BEACON HILL SCHOOL BEACON HILL SCHOOL RISING SUN COTTAGES | grass pitches | 724 yd |
| Wallsend Jubilee Primary School MULLEN ROAD | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| Rising Sun KINGS ROAD NORTH | grass pitches | 960 yd |
| Western Middle (Closed) Forrest Road | grass pitches | 1,054 yd |
| Elite Fitness (Closed) Station Road | health and fitness suite | 1,061 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 | 55.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.