Ashford Close is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE29 9HY is located in the Preston with Preston Grange electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashford Close, North Shields, NE29 9HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE29 9JA, NE29 9HP, NE29 9HT, NE29 9HW, NE29 9JD, NE29 9EF, NE29 9EB, NE29 9EJ, NE29 9HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE29 9HY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% 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 | 50.6% | 56.8% | 6.2% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 49.4% | 43.2% | -6.2% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
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 | 36% | 29.9% | -6.1% | 37.9% | -8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.7% | 35.4% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 6.7% | 2.1% | -4.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 18.8% | 9.5% | 9.1% | 9.7% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 12.5% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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 | 55.7% | 43.5% | -12.2% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 27% | 35.1% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 16.7% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 4.2% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.3% | 18.2% | 4.9% | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 8.8% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 13.5% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 14.2% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 38% | 36.5% | -1.5% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 3.4% | 4.1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 92% | 90.5% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 91.4% | 90.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.9% | 7.7% | 0.8% | 5.6% | 2.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 90.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 52.7% | 46.2% | 6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashford Close was 97.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.1% higher than the Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ashford Close has the 27th highest crime rate of 94 local areas in Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South and the 253rd highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Ashford Close, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2025-07-25 | £233,049 |
| 6 Ashford Close, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-12-15 | £216,272 |
| 9 Ashford Close, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2023-11-02 | £215,739 |
| 8 Ashford Close, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2023-09-15 | £211,437 |
| 5 Ashford Close, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-05-28 | £216,992 |
NE29 9HY 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 NE29 9HY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir James Knott Memorial Nursery School Percy Square , River View NE30 4AG | 3out of 4 | 2,421 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Grange Primary School Chiltern Road , Preston Grange NE29 9QL | 3out of 4 | 249 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehouse Primary School Whitehouse Lane , NE29 8PE | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School, Whitley Bay Seatonville Road , NE25 9EG | - not rated | 1,033 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Farringdon Road , Cullercoats NE30 3EY | - not rated | 1,096 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkhouse Primary School Wallington Avenue , NE30 3SH | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 693 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 797 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,320 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 1,457 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 2,517 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 1,650 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 1,774 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 2,712 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 2,906 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Priory School Huntington Place , Tynemouth NE30 4RF | 3out of 4 | 2,506 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 948 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | 3out of 4 | 3,411 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,654 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 4,341 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifford's Mews Cafe | Bistro At, Cliffords Mews Housing 21 | 346 yd | |
| Harry's Cafe | WRVS Shop, North Tyneside General Hospital | 554 yd | |
| Charlie Rose Cafe | 21 Buttermere Road, Cullercoats | 902 yd | |
| St Marys Out Of School Club | St Marys Roman Catholic Primary School, Farringdon Road | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miller And Carter Tynemouth | Preston North Road, North Shields | 152 yd | |
| The Foxhunters | The Foxhunters Public House, Preston North Road | 549 yd | |
| Spread Eagle Inn | Front Street, Preston | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Units 7 And 8, Collingwood Centre | 263 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 12, Collingwood Centre | 263 yd | |
| Wing Chau | 14 Buttermere Road, Cullercoats | 931 yd | |
| Perfect Chinese Takeaway | 50 Whitehouse Lane, North Shields | 977 yd | |
| Amigo Pizza | Unit C, Foxhunters Industrial Estate | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Preston North Road | 263 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Store, Foxhunters Road | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Preston Grange Primary School CHILTERN DRIVE | grass pitches | 343 yd |
| Tynemouth Swimming Pool PRESTON NORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 484 yd |
| Foxhunters Playing Field PRESTON NORTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 543 yd |
| Preston Playing Fields PRESTON PLAYING FIELDS PRESTON PLAYING FIELDS PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 561 yd |
| John Spence Community High School PRESTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 691 yd |
| Monkseaton High School SEATONVILLE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 853 yd |
| Whitehouse Primary School WHITEHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 892 yd |
| St Marys Roman Catholic Primary School Aided FARRINGDON ROAD | grass pitches | 995 yd |
| Monkhouse Primary School WALLINGTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,017 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 | 81.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.