Alfred Street is in Hebburn and in South Tyneside district. NE31 1LZ is located in the Hebburn South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Jarrow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alfred Street, Hebburn, NE31 1LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE31 1LY, NE31 1LX, NE31 1LW, NE31 1LN, NE31 1LT, NE31 1LR, NE31 1EW, NE31 1NA, NE31 1NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE31 1LZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 49.4% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 46.2% | 50.6% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 39.3% | 37.2% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 50% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 4.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) 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 | 48.6% | 43.9% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 41.3% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 7.7% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 12.9% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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.
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.4% | 16% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 12% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 14.7% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.5% | 28.9% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 12.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 22.2% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.2% | 97% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97.6% | 97% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 97% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 61.2% | 46.2% | 15.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alfred Street was 56.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.8% lower than the Hebburn North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alfred Street has the 27th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Hebburn North and the 223rd lowest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Alfred Street, Hebburn, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £109,950 | 2025-05-30 | £111,265 |
| 2 Alfred Street, Hebburn, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £94,995 | 2023-08-18 | £96,613 |
| 10 Alfred Street, Hebburn, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2019-12-06 | £84,196 |
| 2 Alfred Street, Hebburn, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2019-06-18 | £77,944 |
| 6 Alfred Street, Hebburn, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2019-01-04 | £174,444 |
NE31 1LZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | - not rated | 1,052 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brancepeth Road Nursery School Brancepeth Road , NE31 1SJ | - not rated | 1,726 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkergate Early Years Centre Millers Dene , Walkergate NE6 4XW | - not rated | 2,704 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | - not rated | 2,732 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 2,762 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toner Avenue County Junior School Johnston Avenue , NE31 2LJ | - not rated | 995 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Toner Avenue Primary School Johnston Avenue , NE31 2LJ | 3out of 4 | 995 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Toner Avenue County Infant School Toner Avenue , NE31 2PG | - not rated | 1,009 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedewell County Junior School Coleridge Square , NE31 1QD | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedewell County Infant School Coleridge Square , NE31 1QD | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hebburn Comprehensive School Campbell Park Road , NE31 2QU | 2out of 4 | 826 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Voluntary Aided Comprehensive School Mill Lane , NE31 2ET | - not rated | 1,334 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Academy Mill Lane , NE31 2ET | 3out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walker Technology College Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | - not rated | 1,998 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walker Riverside Academy Waverdale Avenue , NE6 4AW | - not rated | 1,998 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Middle School Forrest Road , NE28 8PY | - not rated | 2,825 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Middle School St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | - not rated | 2,913 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 3,167 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 4,074 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Farm Middle School Rising Sun Cottages , NE28 9JW | - not rated | 4,430 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 | 4,516 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 4,554 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 5,276 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields School Victoria Road East , NE31 1YQ | - not rated | 1,766 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkerdene School Westbourne Avenue , NE6 4ED | - not rated | 1,962 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South and North Tyneside Windmill Way , NE31 1SR | - not rated | 2,031 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SBC School St Bede's Chambers , Albert Road NE32 5RR | - not rated | 2,124 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siemens PLC | Siemens, North Farm Road | 78 yd | |
| Fit Belli Deli | Hebburn Central, Glen Street | 305 yd | |
| Daizy's Kitchen | 3 St Johns Precinct, Hebburn | 326 yd | |
| Cafe L | 7 St James Mall, Hebburn | 380 yd | |
| Coffee Bono | 9A Station Road, Hebburn | 522 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hebburn Iona Club Ltd | Station Road, Hebburn | 409 yd | |
| Hebburn Protestant Conservative Club | 84 Station Road, Hebburn | 426 yd | |
| Hebburn Sports Club | 16 South Drive, Hebburn | 493 yd | |
| Hebburn Legion Social Club | Mountbatten Avenue, Hebburn | 803 yd | |
| Wardles Bar | Albert Street, Hebburn | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Kebab House | 22 St Johns Precinct, Hebburn | 301 yd | |
| The Balti Masters | 28 St James Mall, Hebburn | 361 yd | |
| Subway | 1 St James Mall, Hebburn | 380 yd | |
| Dillons Fish Inn | 43 Station Road, Hebburn | 455 yd | |
| Hartleyburn Deli | 4 Hartleyburn Avenue, Hebburn | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | 1 Glen Street, Hebburn | 317 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 23-25 St James Mall, Hebburn | 380 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 9-13 St James Mall, Hebburn | 380 yd | |
| ASDA | Station Road, Hebburn | 437 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hebburn Central HEBBURN CENTRAL HEBBURN CENTRAL GLEN STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 300 yd |
| Hebburn Sports Club SOUTH DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 328 yd |
| Carr Ellison Park HEBBURN HALL HEBBURN HALL CANNING STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 422 yd |
| Hebburn Riverside Park (Findus) ST. ANNES CLOSE | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Viking Gym PRINCE CONSORT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 677 yd |
| Clegwell Community Association Mountbatten Avenue | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 725 yd |
| Hebburn Comprehensive School CAMPBELL PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 876 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields UNIT 19 UNIT 19 PRINCE CONSORT INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Hebburn Community Centre (Closed) Argyle Street | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts | 950 yd |
| Hebburn Swimming Pool (Closed) Campbell Park Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,087 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 183.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.