The Crescent is in Wylam and in Tynedale district. NE41 8HU is located in the Bywell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Crescent, Wylam, NE41 8HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE41 8HT, NE41 8HX, NE41 8HS, NE41 8HZ, NE41 8JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE41 8HU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 52.1% | 47.9% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 47.9% | 52.1% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 NE41 8HU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.9% 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 | 17.8% | 21.5% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.7% | 65.9% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 21.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 4.1% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 6.7% | -5.5% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 (88.7%) 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 | 58.5% | 58.6% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 10.2% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 30.1% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 9.7% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 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.
In the area around NE41 8HU this area, 5.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 70.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 8.2% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 11.2% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 63.3% | 70.3% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 36.5% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.2% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 96.4% | 95.6% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 95.9% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.1% | 76.7% | 21.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 1.6% | 13.5% | -11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
In 2023, 37 crimes were reported
near The Crescent .
80% of streets in the UK are more dangerous.
This street can be considered safe.
The most common type of crime was
anti social behaviour. Crime rate was measured within a 0.5 mile radius of NE41 8HU. Click here to see crime on map and more crime statistics for NE41 8HU.
Crime statistics are based on data provided by Home Office through data.police.uk under the
Open Government Licence.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moncrieff The Crescent, Wylam, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2018-07-06 | £811,934 |
| Glen View The Crescent, Wylam, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2017-06-26 | £600,626 |
| Wickersley The Crescent, Wylam, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2016-09-19 | £810,702 |
| Woodside The Crescent, Wylam, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2013-08-27 | £1,032,855 |
| Woodside The Crescent, Wylam, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2008-03-27 | £1,308,170 |
NE41 8HU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% 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.
NE41 8HU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE41 8HU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wylam First School Bell Road , NE41 8EH | 4out of 4 | 841 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adderlane Academy Broomhill Road , NE42 5HX | 1out of 4 | 1,913 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmaville Primary School Main Street , Crawcrook NE40 4ND | 4out of 4 | 2,215 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Agnes' Catholic Primary School Rosedale Road , Crawcrook NE40 4UN | 3out of 4 | 2,459 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryton Junior School Main Road , NE40 3AF | 3out of 4 | 2,805 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 | 3,023 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe Community High School Moor Road , NE42 5LJ | 3out of 4 | 3,038 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,233 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ovingham Middle School West Road , Ovingham NE42 6DE | 3out of 4 | 4,026 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wylam Tennis Club | Elm Bank Road, Wylam | 126 yd | |
| The Wood Oven | Main Road, Wylam | 429 yd | |
| Explorers | Stephenson Terrace, Wylam | 439 yd | |
| Bistro en Glaze | Main Road, Wylam | 632 yd | |
| The Coffee Tree | Main Road, Wylam | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boathouse Inn | Station Road, Wylam | 305 yd | |
| Fox & Hounds Inn | Main Road, Wylam | 485 yd | |
| Wylam Masonic Hall | Chapel Lane, Wylam | 563 yd | |
| Black Bull Inn | Main Road, Wylam | 602 yd | |
| The Ship Inn | Main Road, Wylam | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wylam's Garden | 41 Jackson Road, Wylam | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Main Road, Wylam | 429 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wylam Tennis Club Elm Bank Road | tennis courts | 237 yd |
| Jubilee Field Main Road | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| The Munroe Hall At Wylam Institute CHURCH ROAD | 702 yd | |
| Wylam First School BELL ROAD | grass pitches | 808 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 | 58.3% |
| 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 | 41.7% |
| Median download speed | 23.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 23.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 32.51 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 32.51 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.46 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.