Westfield Avenue is in Ryton and in Gateshead district. NE40 4DR is located in the Crawcrook and Greenside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaydon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Westfield Avenue, Ryton, NE40 4DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE40 4DS, NE40 4DL, NE40 4DN, NE40 4DW, NE40 4DP, NE40 4DQ, NE40 4DJ, NE40 4DF, NE40 4DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE40 4DR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.5% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.5% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 23.4% | 36.1% | 12.7% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 48.4% | -11.9% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 3.5% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7.3% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 4.6% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.2%) 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 | 41.7% | 58% | 16.3% | 48.4% | 9.6% |
| Good health | 40% | 30.2% | -9.8% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 9.2% | -5.4% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 20.6% | 11.1% | -9.5% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 8.2% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 10.9% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 10% | 7.3% | -2.7% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 18.8% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 41.8% | 14.0% | 33.8% | 8.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.6% | 98% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 96.5% 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% | 96.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 96.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westfield Avenue was 29.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.8% lower than the Crawcrook and Greenside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Westfield Avenue has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 86 local areas in Crawcrook and Greenside and the 135th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 44.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Westfield Avenue, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-10-20 | £159,177 |
| 2 Westfield Avenue, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-08-14 | £176,891 |
| 31 Westfield Avenue, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2021-09-10 | £224,990 |
| 11A Westfield Avenue, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2021-07-02 | £172,442 |
| 31 Westfield Avenue, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-10-09 | £140,959 |
NE40 4DR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 195 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 4out of 4 | 4,396 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Agnes' Catholic Primary School Rosedale Road , Crawcrook NE40 4UN | 3out of 4 | 252 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmaville Primary School Main Street , Crawcrook NE40 4ND | 4out of 4 | 624 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenside Primary School Rockwood Hill Road , Greenside NE40 4AX | 4out of 4 | 1,309 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryton Junior School Main Road , NE40 3AF | 3out of 4 | 1,401 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryton Community Infant School Main Road , NE40 3AF | 3out of 4 | 1,428 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 | 1,491 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe Community High School Moor Road , NE42 5LJ | 3out of 4 | 4,371 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 4out of 4 | 4,696 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbottle Academy Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 5,252 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Middle School Highfield Lane , NE42 6EY | 3out of 4 | 4,738 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot House Trust Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 8HW | 2out of 4 | 5,413 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crawcrook Tandoori | 17-19 Main Street | 421 yd | |
| Hildrews | Tynedale House, 24 Main Street | 451 yd | |
| The Snug | 3 Beech Grove Terrace | 647 yd | |
| Pickle Palace | Greenside Cricket Ground, Woodside Lane | 854 yd | |
| Barmoor Hub | Main Road | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RISING SUN INN | Greenside Road | 263 yd | |
| Lambs Arms Inn | Greenside Road | 319 yd | |
| Crawcrook Social Club | Crawcrook Social Club, Main Street | 452 yd | |
| Fox And Hounds | Main Street | 461 yd | |
| Greenside Cricket Club | Woodside Lane | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leonardos | 1 Lambs Arms Buildings | 319 yd | |
| Leonardos | Lambs Arms Buildings | 327 yd | |
| Jubilee Tandoori | 2 Jubilee Terrace | 385 yd | |
| Golden Fry Chip Shop | Modden House, 7 Main Street | 421 yd | |
| Crusty's | 15 Main Street | 421 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 21-23 Main Street | 421 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Agnes Catholic Primary School ROSEDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 159 yd |
| Kepier Chare Primary School (Closed) Rosedale Road | grass pitches | 161 yd |
| Keiper Chare Community Primary School (Closed) Rosedale Road | grass pitches | 161 yd |
| Barmoor HEATHER PLACE | grass pitches | 867 yd |
| Ryton And Crawcrook Football Club KINGSLEY PARK KINGSLEY PARK STANNERFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 970 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% |
| Median download speed | 36.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 53.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 53.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.