Kepier Chare is in Ryton and in Gateshead district. NE40 4UW 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 Kepier Chare, Ryton, NE40 4UW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE40 4UX, NE40 4TS, NE40 4UP, NE40 4US, NE40 4TR, NE40 4HT, NE40 4UU, NE40 4UN, NE40 4TZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE40 4UW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.1% | 49% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 32.7% | 28.6% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 48.5% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 11.5% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 9.3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 38.8% | 40.5% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 37% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 17.6% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.8% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 18.4% | 16.8% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13.3% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 9.3% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 15.9% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 30.5% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.5% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 99.2% | 99.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 99.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kepier Chare was 62.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.0% higher than the Crawcrook and Greenside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kepier Chare has the 37th highest crime rate of 86 local areas in Crawcrook and Greenside and the 301st lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Kepier Chare, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-08-18 | £208,822 |
| 43 Kepier Chare, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2023-02-24 | £82,304 |
| 19 Kepier Chare, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-10-11 | £148,708 |
| 21 Kepier Chare, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2017-10-30 | £150,585 |
| 26 Kepier Chare, Ryton, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2016-05-17 | £212,437 |
NE40 4UW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE40 4UW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 4,060 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 | 251 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmaville Primary School Main Street , Crawcrook NE40 4ND | 4out of 4 | 258 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryton Junior School Main Road , NE40 3AF | 3out of 4 | 1,028 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryton Community Infant School Main Road , NE40 3AF | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenside Primary School Rockwood Hill Road , Greenside NE40 4AX | 4out of 4 | 1,640 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 | 1,137 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Croftdale Road , NE21 4BQ | 4out of 4 | 4,572 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe Community High School Moor Road , NE42 5LJ | 3out of 4 | 4,605 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbottle Academy Hexham Road , Walbottle NE15 9TP | - not rated | 4,885 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 | 4,952 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 | 5,052 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 | 220 yd | |
| Hildrews | Tynedale House, 24 Main Street | 239 yd | |
| The Snug | 3 Beech Grove Terrace | 266 yd | |
| Barmoor Hub | Main Road | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox And Hounds | Main Street | 142 yd | |
| Crawcrook Social Club | Crawcrook Social Club, Main Street | 259 yd | |
| RISING SUN INN | Greenside Road | 383 yd | |
| Lambs Arms Inn | Greenside Road | 384 yd | |
| West Ryton RAOB Club | Main Road | 680 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fry Chip Shop | Modden House, 7 Main Street | 220 yd | |
| Crusty's | 15 Main Street | 220 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 1 Belle Vue Terrace | 354 yd | |
| Leonardos | Lambs Arms Buildings | 381 yd | |
| Leonardos | 1 Lambs Arms Buildings | 384 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 21-23 Main Street | 220 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kepier Chare Primary School (Closed) Rosedale Road | grass pitches | 246 yd |
| Keiper Chare Community Primary School (Closed) Rosedale Road | grass pitches | 246 yd |
| St Agnes Catholic Primary School ROSEDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 247 yd |
| Barmoor HEATHER PLACE | grass pitches | 541 yd |
| Ryton And Crawcrook Football Club KINGSLEY PARK KINGSLEY PARK STANNERFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Ryton Junior School MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Thorp Academy MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.