The Lonnen is in Ryton and in Gateshead district. NE40 3EY is located in the Ryton, Crookhill and Stella electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 2015-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Lonnen, Ryton, NE40 3EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE40 3ER, NE40 3EP, NE40 3ET, NE40 3DS, NE40 3EW, NE40 3EZ, NE21 4NW, NE21 4NP, NE21 4NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE40 3EY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% of residents 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 | 52.7% | 52.7% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 47.3% | 47.3% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 NE40 3EY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% 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 | 30% | 27.5% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 51.1% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 5.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 6% | 6.1% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 9.2% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 36.2% | 47.7% | 11.5% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 41.2% | 33.6% | -7.6% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 14.1% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 4.3% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 17.1% | 17.6% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 12.8% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 10.1% | -9.3% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 8.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 15.4% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 31.7% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 0.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.1% | 92.8% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 97.5% | 95.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| 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 | 97.1% | 95.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Lonnen was 137.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 172.1% higher than the Crawcrook and Greenside average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Lonnen has the 12th highest crime rate of 87 local areas in Crawcrook and Greenside and the 143rd highest crime rate of 693 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 The Lonnen, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-03-26 | £210,332 |
| 18 The Lonnen, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-11-08 | £197,994 |
| 20 The Lonnen, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-05-21 | £200,432 |
| 16 The Lonnen, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2023-03-20 | £229,451 |
| 20 The Lonnen, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2021-07-16 | £188,228 |
NE40 3EY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NE40 3EY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE40 3EY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 3out of 4 | 1,881 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley View Nursery School Axwell Park View , Scotswood NE15 6NR | - not rated | 4,764 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crookhill Community Primary School Hexham Old Road , NE40 3ES | 3out of 4 | 96 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary and St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School Stella Lane , NE21 4NE | - not rated | 843 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon Stella Lane , NE21 4NE | - not rated | 843 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newburn Manor Primary School Millfield Lane , Newburn NE15 8PD | 3out of 4 | 1,874 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newburn Manor Primary School Millfield Lane , Newburn NE15 8PD | - not rated | 1,874 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic School, Blaydon Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,994 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | - not rated | 1,994 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorp Academy Main Road , NE40 3AH | 3out of 4 | 2,058 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charles Thorp Comprehensive School Main Road , NE40 3AH | - not rated | 2,058 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbottle Campus Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 3,145 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemington Middle School West Denton Road , NE15 7LS | - not rated | 3,124 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Throckley Middle School Hexham Road , Throckley NE15 9DY | - not rated | 3,389 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel House Middle School Chadderton Drive , West Denton NE5 1EL | - not rated | 3,414 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Park Middle School Granville Drive , Chapel Park NE5 1SH | - not rated | 4,180 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Park Middle School Linhope Road , West Denton NE5 2NW | - not rated | 4,691 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior Academy Denton Road , NE15 6AF | 2out of 4 | 3,885 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bleach Green School Ash Street , NE21 5HS | - not rated | 2,949 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot House Children's Charity Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 8HW | 3out of 4 | 3,141 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Feversham School Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 8HW | - not rated | 3,176 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Hillhead Parkway , NE5 1DS | - not rated | 3,516 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Hillhead Parkway , West Denton NE5 1DS | - not rated | 3,516 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| @ The Castle | St Hildas Church, Stella Road | 278 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Runhead | Holburn Lane | 670 yd | |
| Ryton Social Club | Parsons Drive | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stargate Fish & Chip Shop | 1 Hawthorn Gardens | 478 yd | |
| Kebab Kingz | Unit 6C | 588 yd | |
| Ryton Garden Chinese Take Away | Fieldhouse, Hexham Old Road | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Parsons Drive | 969 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stargate KING EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches | 401 yd |
| Tri-It Gym & Fitness Centre Ltd MAIN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 966 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Median download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.05 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.