Gables End is in Widdrington, Morpeth and in Castle Morpeth district. NE61 5RR is located in the Druridge Bay electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Berwick-upon-Tweed. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gables End, Widdrington, Morpeth, NE61 5RR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE61 5RB, NE61 5RJ, NE61 5RQ, NE61 5RH, NE61 5RF, NE61 5RE, NE61 5RG, NE61 5NT, NE61 5RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE61 5RR has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 46.6% | 48.6% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 53.4% | 51.4% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 38.1% | 39.3% | 1.2% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 34.8% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Separated | 6.1% | 5.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 14.3% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 5.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 39.3% | 38.5% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 37.5% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 17.2% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 6.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.2% | 27.9% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 10.7% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.8% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 18% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 15.2% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -18.6% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 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 | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 98% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98% | 97.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 97.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23% | 13.5% | 9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gables End was 105.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.1% lower than the Amble average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gables End has the 25th highest crime rate of 79 local areas in Amble and the 319th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gables End, Morpeth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2020-06-09 | £359,244 |
| 3 Gables End, Morpeth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2016-02-03 | £327,763 |
| 2 Gables End, Morpeth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2007-08-10 | £294,951 |
| 3 Gables End, Morpeth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2003-05-29 | £402,339 |
| 1 Gables End, Morpeth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2001-11-23 | £424,079 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange View Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School Grange Road , Widdrington NE61 5LZ | 3out of 4 | 518 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton Primary School Linton , NE61 5SG | 3out of 4 | 3,175 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellington Primary School Warkworth Drive , Ellington NE61 5HL | 3out of 4 | 4,121 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATAC Community Hall | Mile Road, Widdrington Station | 499 yd | |
| The Junction Bar & Grill | 3-4 Grangemoor Road, Widdrington Station | 686 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yum Yums | Old Ferneybeds Road, Widdrington Station | 173 yd | |
| The Widdy Chippy | Grangemoor Road, Widdrington Station | 626 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grange View Church Of England First School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 627 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.