Pawston Road is in High Spen, Rowlands Gill and in Gateshead district. NE39 2EN is located in the Winlaton and High Spen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pawston Road, High Spen, Rowlands Gill, NE39 2EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE39 2EP, NE39 2EL, NE39 2EW, NE39 2EH, NE39 2ET, NE39 2HR, NE39 2EJ, NE39 2HH, NE39 2EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE39 2EN is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population 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 | 49% | 46.7% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 51% | 53.3% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE39 2EN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.8% | 45.1% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 36.6% | -10.3% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 5.5% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 10% | 8.5% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 44.4% | 39.8% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 38.1% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 17.7% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 3.9% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 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 | 28.8% | 20.7% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 12.8% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 17.7% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 17.1% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 25% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99% | 98.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.5% | 97.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 97.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -9.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56% | 37.2% | 18.8% |
| Christian | 38.5% | 46.2% | -7.7% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pawston Road was 55.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.5% lower than the Crawcrook and Greenside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pawston Road has the 43rd highest crime rate of 86 local areas in Crawcrook and Greenside and the 262nd lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spen Excelsior Club Ltd Pawston Road, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2016-01-07 | £83,369 |
NE39 2EN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Spen Primary School Hugar Road , High Spen NE39 2BQ | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenside Primary School Rockwood Hill Road , Greenside NE40 4AX | 4out of 4 | 1,948 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Community Primary School Whinfield Way , NE39 2JE | 3out of 4 | 2,558 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 | 2,558 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowlands Gill Community Primary School Dominines Close , NE39 2PP | 2out of 4 | 3,045 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorp Academy Main Road , NE40 3AH | 3out of 4 | 4,352 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 4out of 4 | 5,174 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe Community High School Moor Road , NE42 5LJ | 3out of 4 | 5,290 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vip Teas | 7-9 Ramsay Street | 94 yd | |
| Get Up And Go | High Spen Primary School, Hugar Road | 909 yd | |
| Living at Home @ High Spen Primary School | High Spen Primary School, Hugar Road | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wigs Place | 49-51 Ramsay Street | 94 yd | |
| Spen And District Social Club | Cooperative Terrace | 294 yd | |
| Bute Arms | Hookergate Lane | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Spen Take Away | 21 Ramsay Street | 94 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Spen Playing Field SOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 620 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.