Market Square is in Lynemouth, Morpeth and in Castle Morpeth district. NE61 5TL 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 Market Square, Lynemouth, Morpeth, NE61 5TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE61 5TS, NE61 5SX, NE61 5TG, NE61 5YL, NE61 5TW, NE61 5SY, NE61 5YG, NE61 5YQ, NE61 5TF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE61 5TL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 54.8% | 48.1% | -6.7% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 45.2% | 51.9% | 6.7% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 26.2% | 28.2% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.3% | 37.9% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 15.5% | 8.8% | 9.1% | 6.4% |
| Widowed | 21.3% | 16% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 9.9% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (60.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.7% | 26.5% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -21.9% |
| Good health | 27% | 34% | 7.0% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 24.7% | 26.5% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 13.8% |
| Bad health | 15.2% | 11.3% | -3.9% | 4.0% | 7.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 1.7% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 NE61 5TL this area, 35.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.9% | 35.9% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 17.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 10.2% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 15.5% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 10.2% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 14.1% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -19.7% |
| Other | 7.1% | 6.3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 95.4% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.5% | 96.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 96.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.6% | 76.7% | -16.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.3% |
| No passport held | 36.1% | 13.5% | 22.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.3% | 37.2% | -6.9% |
| Christian | 59.3% | 46.2% | 13.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Market Square was 315.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 172.6% higher than the Amble average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Market Square has the 4th highest crime rate of 79 local areas in Amble and the 66th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 155.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Market Square, Morpeth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2024-03-08 | £85,698 |
| 2 Market Square, Morpeth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2022-04-29 | £93,849 |
| 4 Market Square, Morpeth, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2021-02-05 | £56,766 |
| 20 Market Square, Morpeth, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2020-06-12 | £129,556 |
| 13 Market Square, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £86,500 | 2020-05-22 | £119,606 |
NE61 5TL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 NE61 5TL 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%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCEA William Leech CofE Primary School Church Square , NE61 5TR | - not rated | 164 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellington Primary School Warkworth Drive , Ellington NE61 5HL | 3out of 4 | 1,872 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton Primary School Linton , NE61 5SG | 3out of 4 | 3,414 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School Central Parkway , NE64 6RT | - not rated | 3,521 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 4,106 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCEA Duke's Secondary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 2out of 4 | 4,430 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 5,084 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 4,219 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 4,297 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 4,356 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 4,424 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calmer Cafe | 9 Albion Terrace, Lynemouth | 65 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynemouth Miners Welfare Institute | Bridge Road, Lynemouth | 113 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inferno Pizza | West Market Street, Lynemouth | 77 yd | |
| Riverside Dinner Limited | 4 West Market Street, Lynemouth | 77 yd | |
| Seafare | 13 West Market Street, Lynemouth | 77 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lynemouth First School (Closed) Church Square | grass pitches | 173 yd |
| Lynemouth Welfare Lynemouth Welfare Ground Lynemouth Welfare Ground Park Road | grass pitches | 336 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 | 41.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.