Lynn Road is in Wallsend and in Newcastle Upon Tyne district. NE28 8QA 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 Lynn Road, Wallsend, NE28 8QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE28 8PX, NE28 8PZ, NE28 8PY, NE28 8QE, NE28 8JX, NE28 8QH, NE28 8QG, NE6 4SS, NE28 8QD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE28 8QA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.2% | 51.3% | -5.9% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 42.8% | 48.7% | 5.9% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 33.9% | 37.4% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.8% | 45.8% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8% | 7.3% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 6.9% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 41.1% | 41.2% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 41.6% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 8.0% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 11.5% | -7.6% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 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 | 22.3% | 21.1% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 8.4% | -8.4% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 13.8% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.9% | 10% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 15.3% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 29.5% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.9% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 95.3% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 96.7% | 93% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 92.7% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 3.7% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.8% | 37.2% | 11.6% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lynn Road was 53.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.2% lower than the Wallsend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lynn Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Wallsend Central and the 315th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 36.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Lynn Road, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-11-22 | £156,041 |
| 49 Lynn Road, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2024-10-11 | £62,938 |
| 51 Lynn Road, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £89,500 | 2024-09-04 | £90,475 |
| 53 Lynn Road, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,500 | 2024-05-23 | £99,699 |
| 28 Lynn Road, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2024-01-02 | £182,809 |
NE28 8QA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE28 8QA 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 117 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 2,715 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 4out of 4 | 3,027 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 4,527 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Community Primary School Rutland Road , NE28 8QL | 4out of 4 | 186 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carville Primary School The Avenue , NE28 6AX | 3out of 4 | 648 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columbas Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Station Road , NE28 8EN | 3out of 4 | 679 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Walker Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4HQ | - not rated | 1,288 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkergate Community School Sutton Street , Walkergate NE6 4SD | 3out of 4 | 1,335 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benfield School Benfield Road , NE6 4NU | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walker Riverside Academy Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | 3out of 4 | 1,219 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,754 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | 3out of 4 | 3,109 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesmond Park Academy Jesmond Park West , NE7 7DP | 1out of 4 | 3,136 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 4,775 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Charles Parsons School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | 4out of 4 | 1,360 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,023 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South Tyneside and Newcastle Eco Centre, Windmill Way , NE31 1HG | - not rated | 2,784 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 3,142 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley Hedleys College Station Road , Forest Hall NE12 8YY | - not rated | 3,593 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelly's Deli | 1054 Shields Road | 294 yd | |
| The Meeting Place | 110 High Street West, Wallsend | 394 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 1 - 3 High Street West, Wallsend | 484 yd | |
| KFC | 68 High Street West, Wallsend | 515 yd | |
| MJ's | Unit 17, Wallsend Market | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Of York | 179 High Street West, Wallsend | 185 yd | |
| The Anchor | 166 High Street West, Wallsend | 289 yd | |
| Queens Head | 140 High Street West, Wallsend | 289 yd | |
| Lindisfarne Social Club Ltd | Lindisfarne Social Club, West Street | 313 yd | |
| Wallsend RAOB Club And Institute Ltd | Wallsend RAOB Club, Warwick Road | 335 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Masala & My Burga | 174 High Street West, Wallsend | 289 yd | |
| Neda's Gourmet Burger | 9 Border Road, Wallsend | 367 yd | |
| Jefes Grill | 99 High Street West, Wallsend | 380 yd | |
| Aroma Pizza | 79 High Street West, Wallsend | 380 yd | |
| Thai Time | 95 High Street West, Wallsend | 380 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 113 High Street West, Wallsend | 380 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 32 Segedunum Way, Wallsend | 485 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Western Middle (Closed) Forrest Road | grass pitches | 103 yd |
| Western Community Primary School Rutland Road | grass pitches | 164 yd |
| Kicks Leisure (Wallsend) (Closed) Warwick Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 390 yd |
| Wallsend Boys Club RHEYDT AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 469 yd |
| Swan Hunter Recreation Ground EASTFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 483 yd |
| Elite Fitness (Closed) Station Road | health and fitness suite | 627 yd |
| Centurion Park RHEYDT AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 804 yd |
| Millers Dene COURTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 967 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 | 78.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.