John Avenue is in Greenside, Ryton and in Gateshead district. NE40 4RT 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 John Avenue, Greenside, Ryton, NE40 4RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE40 4RR, NE40 4RS, NE40 4RU, NE40 4RD, NE40 4RW, NE40 4RP, NE40 4RX, NE40 4HS, NE40 4RY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE40 4RT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents 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 | 55.6% | 49.8% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 44.4% | 50.2% | 5.8% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 30.4% | 38% | 7.6% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 48.3% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 7.2% | -4.1% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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 | 49.8% | 49.2% | -0.6% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 30.5% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 13.8% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 12.6% | 16.3% | 3.7% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 7.2% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 17.1% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 4.9% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 23.2% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 29.7% | -1.9% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 99% | 96.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 98.7% | 94.2% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 4.2% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 94.5% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around John Avenue was 30.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.4% lower than the Crawcrook and Greenside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
John Avenue has the 24th lowest crime rate of 86 local areas in Crawcrook and Greenside and the 146th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 John Avenue, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2023-09-20 | £127,060 |
| 2 John Avenue, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2019-03-11 | £107,653 |
| 3 John Avenue, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2013-06-07 | £93,528 |
| 2 John Avenue, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2012-04-26 | £120,263 |
| 12 John Avenue, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2011-05-26 | £105,773 |
NE40 4RT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newburn Manor Nursery School Townfield Gardens , Newburn NE15 8PY | 4out of 4 | 4,189 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenside Primary School Rockwood Hill Road , Greenside NE40 4AX | 4out of 4 | 1,154 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Agnes' Catholic Primary School Rosedale Road , Crawcrook NE40 4UN | 3out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmaville Primary School Main Street , Crawcrook NE40 4ND | 4out of 4 | 1,846 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryton Community Infant School Main Road , NE40 3AF | 3out of 4 | 1,919 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryton Junior School Main Road , NE40 3AF | 3out of 4 | 2,054 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,955 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 4out of 4 | 3,455 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbottle Academy Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 5,308 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 5,388 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tea Junction | 3 Folly Yard | 349 yd | |
| Pickle Palace | Greenside Cricket Ground, Woodside Lane | 889 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Swan Inn | Lead Road | 112 yd | |
| Greenside and District Social Club | Lead Road | 673 yd | |
| Greenside Cricket Club | Woodside Lane | 889 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishnets Limited | Lead Road | 875 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenside Education Field BELLS COTTAGES | grass pitches | 634 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 22.19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 22.19 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 2.59 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.