Cotterdale is in Wallsend and in North Tyneside district. NE28 8TN is located in the Wallsend North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cotterdale, Wallsend, NE28 8TN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE28 8TW, NE28 8TR, NE28 9TL, NE28 8SN, NE28 9TP, NE28 8TP, NE28 9TW, NE28 9TN, NE28 8TL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE28 8TN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.4% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE28 8TN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.2% | 21.5% | -6.7% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 59.7% | 2.3% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 7.9% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 8.4% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.6% | 53.4% | 3.8% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 32.5% | -5.0% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 11.5% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 14.8% | 15.3% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 8.9% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 15.3% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 10.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 19.5% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 26.8% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.7% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.9% | 4.7% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 4.0% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 92.2% | 92.8% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 94.9% 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% | 94.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 5.1% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 94.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cotterdale was 163.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 195.7% higher than the Wallsend North average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Cotterdale has the 4th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Wallsend North and the 110th highest crime rate of 705 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 390.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Cotterdale, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £5,650 | 2023-04-04 | £5,673 |
| 23 Cotterdale, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-10-22 | £212,200 |
| 12 Cotterdale, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-05-29 | £230,090 |
| 12 Cotterdale, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2019-07-09 | £129,029 |
| 12 Cotterdale, Wallsend, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2019-07-09 | £145,241 |
NE28 8TN 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 8TN 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 | 67 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Hill Nursery School Berwick Drive , Battlehill Estate NE28 9DH | - not rated | 2,310 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkergate Early Years Centre Millers Dene , Walkergate NE6 4XW | - not rated | 2,736 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brancepeth Road Nursery School Brancepeth Road , NE31 1SJ | - not rated | 4,323 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | - not rated | 4,562 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | - not rated | 4,903 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 | 430 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallsend Jubilee Primary School Mullen Road , NE28 9HA | 3out of 4 | 708 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary, Wallsend Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadettes Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | - not rated | 1,197 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend Station Road , NE28 8EN | 3out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longbenton High School Hailsham Avenue , Longbenton NE12 8ER | 3out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , Walkergate NE6 4NU | - not rated | 2,267 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfield School Benfield Road , NE6 4NU | - not rated | 2,267 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside College St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,729 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Benton Park Road , NE7 7PE | 4out of 4 | 2,941 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,175 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Western Middle School Forrest Road , NE28 8PY | - not rated | 2,142 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Middle School St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | - not rated | 2,729 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Park Middle School Addington Drive , NE28 9RT | - not rated | 2,868 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Killingworth Middle School West Lane , Killingworth NE12 7BH | - not rated | 2,993 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 | 2,634 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 2,885 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 | 642 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Hedley Hedleys College Station Road , Forest Hall NE12 8YY | - not rated | 1,586 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton House School Benton House, Front Street , NE7 7XE | - not rated | 1,695 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton Dene School Hailsham Avenue , NE12 8FD | 3out of 4 | 2,055 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Flames Sports Club | Sports Club At, Whitley Park | 706 yd | |
| Jump 360 Cafe | Unit A, Bellway Industrial Estate | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Powder Monkey | Wiltshire Drive, Wallsend | 427 yd | |
| NUFC Training Centre | Sports Ground And Premises, Darsley Park | 922 yd | |
| Westholme Farm Social Club | Mullen Road, Wallsend | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Darsley Park WHITLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Wallsend Jubilee Primary School MULLEN ROAD | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| Beacon Hill Park BEACON HILL SCHOOL BEACON HILL SCHOOL RISING SUN COTTAGES | grass pitches | 889 yd |
| Newcastle United Academy GREENLEE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Blue Flames Sporting Club WHITLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 976 yd |
| Little Benton Pitches OFF GREENLEE DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Newcastle) WHITLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,067 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 | 51.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.79 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.79 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.