Fifth Row is in Linton, Morpeth and in Castle Morpeth district. NE61 5SL is located in the Lynemouth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Berwick-upon-Tweed. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fifth Row, Linton, Morpeth, NE61 5SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE61 5SJ, NE61 5SB, NE61 5SF, NE61 5SQ, NE61 5SH, NE61 5SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE61 5SL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 53.8% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 49.1% | 46.2% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 29% | 34.1% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.3% | 39.9% | -10.4% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 4.3% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 14.7% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 5.8% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 34.4% | 41% | 6.6% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 35.3% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 16.1% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 5% | -3.5% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 33.2% | 23% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 9.1% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.3% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 22.6% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 25% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 99.4% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 97.4% | 99.1% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 99.1% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fifth Row was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Amble average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Fifth Row, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2024-06-11 | £98,542 |
| 5 Fifth Row, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2024-04-30 | £72,440 |
| 8 Fifth Row, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £44,000 | 2024-02-29 | £48,815 |
| 2 Fifth Row, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2023-11-24 | £107,078 |
| 1 Fifth Row, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2022-06-24 | £82,025 |
NE61 5SL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst North Nursery School Second Avenue , NE63 0AX | - not rated | 4,516 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linton Primary School Linton , NE61 5SG | 3out of 4 | 103 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellington Primary School Warkworth Drive , Ellington NE61 5HL | 3out of 4 | 1,930 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA William Leech CofE Primary School Church Square , NE61 5TR | 3out of 4 | 3,354 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynemouth First School Church Square , Lynemouth NE61 5TR | - not rated | 3,407 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange View Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Grange Road , Widdrington NE61 5LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,588 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington High School Green Lane , NE63 8DH | - not rated | 4,663 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 3out of 4 | 4,663 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bothal Middle School High Market , NE63 8NT | - not rated | 4,051 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Alexandra Middle School Second Avenue , NE63 9HB | - not rated | 4,548 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Hirst Park Middle School Third Avenue , NE63 9BE | - not rated | 4,760 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Middle School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | - not rated | 5,232 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 3,693 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 3,987 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Ardlea, Station Road End , NE61 6DR | - not rated | 4,002 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacers Bar | First Row, Linton | 366 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Linton Welfare | grass pitches | 118 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 50.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.