Hedworth Lane is in Jarrow and in South Tyneside district. NE32 4LH is located in the Fellgate and Hedworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Jarrow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hedworth Lane, Jarrow, NE32 4LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE32 4LU, NE32 4LS, NE32 4LR, NE32 4RP, NE32 4LX, NE32 4LN, NE32 4LQ, NE32 4LJ, NE32 4LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE32 4LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 51% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 45.8% | 49% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 NE32 4LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.8% 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 | 20.2% | 20.1% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -17.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62% | 62.8% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 18.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 7.3% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 9.8% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 (69.6%) 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 | 38.2% | 32.4% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -16.0% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 37.2% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 20.2% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 8.5% | 3.8% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.4% | 22.3% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 9% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 13.7% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.3% | 14.6% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 9.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 18.5% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 19.3% | -2.6% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.6% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.4% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 98.9% | 99.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 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 | 98.9% | 99.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.4% | 37.2% | -17.8% |
| Christian | 73.7% | 46.2% | 27.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hedworth Lane was 156.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.3% higher than the Fellgate and Hedworth average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Hedworth Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 16 local areas in Fellgate and Hedworth and the 104th highest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136 Hedworth Lane, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-09-15 | £215,425 |
| 134 Hedworth Lane, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-08-08 | £197,394 |
| 130 Hedworth Lane, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2022-03-25 | £198,836 |
| 136 Hedworth Lane, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2016-09-09 | £188,081 |
| 142 Hedworth Lane, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2009-06-19 | £183,496 |
NE32 4LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 NE32 4LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 1,521 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 2,554 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 3,082 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 3,184 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunn Street Nursery School Minster Parade , NE32 3QH | - not rated | 3,191 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hedworthfield Primary School Linkway , Hedworth Estate NE32 4QF | 3out of 4 | 328 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hedworth Lane Primary School Hedworth Lane , NE35 9JB | 3out of 4 | 538 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School St Joseph's Way , Hedworth NE32 4PJ | - not rated | 830 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow St Joseph's Way , Hedworth NE32 4PJ | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School Ayr Drive , NE32 4AW | - not rated | 909 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hedworthfield Comprehensive School Cornhill , Hedworth Estate NE32 4QD | - not rated | 902 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | - not rated | 2,076 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jarrow School Field Terrace , NE32 5PR | 3out of 4 | 2,203 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School Field Terrace , NE32 5PR | - not rated | 2,203 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chuter Ede Comprehensive School Galsworthy Road , NE34 9UG | - not rated | 2,472 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 4,948 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 5,296 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Galsworthy Centre C/O Chuter Ede Education Centre , Galsworthy Road NE34 9UG | - not rated | 2,472 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SBC School St Bede's Chambers , Albert Road NE32 5RR | - not rated | 3,101 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenfields School Victoria Road East , NE31 1YQ | - not rated | 3,235 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 3,293 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 3,968 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tino's | Murrays Social Club, Fellgate Avenue | 258 yd | |
| Tino's Cafe | 152 Calf Close Lane, Jarrow | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murrays Social Club | Fellgate Avenue, Jarrow | 258 yd | |
| The Crown Hotel | 68 Hedworth Lane, Boldon Colliery | 639 yd | |
| The Colliery Tavern | 2 Hedworth Lane, Boldon Colliery | 722 yd | |
| The Flat Tops/Old Barrell | The Red Lantern, North Road | 1,064 yd | |
| The Prince Of Wales | Calf Close Lane, Jarrow | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bhojana | 35 Fellgate Avenue, Jarrow | 258 yd | |
| Billy's Golden Fish & Chips | 31 Fellgate Avenue, Jarrow | 258 yd | |
| Pearl Cottage | 47A Fellgate Avenue, Jarrow | 258 yd | |
| Boldon Fish Bar | 21-23 Hedworth Lane, Boldon Colliery | 639 yd | |
| Conelab Street Food | 11 Kirkstone Avenue, Jarrow | 760 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hedworthfield Primary School LINKWAY | grass pitches | 414 yd |
| Hedworth Lane Primary School HEDWORTH LANE | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Perth Green Community Association INVERNESS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 791 yd |
| Hedworthfield Community Centre CORNHILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 955 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.