Smailes Lane is in Rowlands Gill and in Gateshead district. NE39 1JQ is located in the Chopwell and Rowlands Gill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Smailes Lane, Rowlands Gill, NE39 1JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE39 1JH, NE39 1JT, NE39 1JU, NE39 1BY, NE39 1PY, NE39 1BX, NE39 1JF, NE39 1PU, NE39 1PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE39 1JQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.7% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48% | 48.3% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 30.8% | 32.1% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 48.2% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 6.7% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 11.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 36% | 39% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -9.4% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 33% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 16.9% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 7.5% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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.
In the area around NE39 1JQ this area, 28.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 28.3% | -0.3% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 9.9% | -8.9% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 11.2% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 4.5% | -3.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 16.1% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 28.7% | 14.0% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 96.6% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 95.8% 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% | 95.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 95.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 55.8% | 46.2% | 9.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Smailes Lane was 41.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.8% higher than the Winlaton and High Spen average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Smailes Lane has the 9th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Winlaton and High Spen and the 213th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ingleboro Smailes Lane, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-10-21 | £359,366 |
| Ingleboro Smailes Lane, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-01-30 | £114,533 |
| Glenroyd Smailes Lane, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-11-21 | £260,742 |
| Larksbrae Smailes Lane, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2016-02-12 | £352,972 |
| Glenroyd Smailes Lane, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £209,000 | 2004-08-26 | £305,122 |
NE39 1JQ 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 NE39 1JQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Community Primary School Whinfield Way , NE39 2JE | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield Whinfield Way , Highfield NE39 2JE | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowlands Gill Community Primary School Dominines Close , NE39 2PP | 2out of 4 | 864 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnopfield Primary School Front Street , Burnopfield NE16 6PT | 3out of 4 | 1,863 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Byermoor , Burnopfield NE16 6NU | 4out of 4 | 2,807 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whickham School Burnthouse Lane , Whickham NE16 5AR | 3out of 4 | 4,992 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 4out of 4 | 5,306 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingy's Cakes | Derwent House, Station Road | 31 yd | |
| Brizzolari's | Dipwood Road | 78 yd | |
| Dilly Dilly's | Station Road | 186 yd | |
| SRMC | Strathmore Road | 240 yd | |
| National Trust Shop/Cafe | Gibside | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Tavern | Abel House, Station Road | 268 yd | |
| Vale of Derwent Social Club | Burnopfield Road | 446 yd | |
| Highfield Social Club | Smailes Lane | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Garden | Dipwood Road | 78 yd | |
| The Happiest Sandwich Shop In The World | Godley Holme, Station Road | 186 yd | |
| Sunday Lunch Takeaway @ Maguires | Burnopfield Road | 396 yd | |
| Maguires Fish & Chip Shop | Burnopfield Road | 446 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Station Road | 186 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| G-Fit Studio DIPWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 47 yd |
| Derwent Park BURNOPFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 431 yd |
| Rowlands Gill Primary School DOMINIES CLOSE | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Highfield Community Primary Sch And St Josephs Rc Sch WHINFIELD WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 962 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.