Kingsley Road is in Lynemouth, Morpeth and in Castle Morpeth district. NE61 5YD 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 Kingsley Road, Lynemouth, Morpeth, NE61 5YD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE61 5YE, NE61 5XJ, NE61 5YF, NE61 5YB, NE61 5YG, NE61 5YA, NE61 5YQ, NE61 5YH, NE61 5XZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE61 5YD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 53.2% | 48.9% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 46.8% | 51.1% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE61 5YD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.1% | 43.7% | 9.6% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 35.6% | -10.8% | 44.2% | -8.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 12% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 3.9% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 45.5% | 33.9% | -11.6% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 38.2% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 15.8% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 8.6% | 4.9% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.1% | 17.3% | -12.8% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 12% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 20.8% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 11.6% | 8.3% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 16.2% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 18.7% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.5% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96% | 99.1% | 3.1% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 98.9% | 97.4% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 97.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.4% | 76.7% | -6.3% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsley Road was 66.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.4% lower than the Amble average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Kingsley Road has the 38th highest crime rate of 79 local areas in Amble and the 487th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Kingsley Road, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £39,999 | 2018-02-27 | £55,024 |
| 18 Kingsley Road, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £55,500 | 2015-09-01 | £77,039 |
| 18 Kingsley Road, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2012-03-09 | £84,914 |
| 18 Kingsley Road, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2011-02-15 | £44,708 |
| 8 Kingsley Road, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2006-09-01 | £81,804 |
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 365 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellington Primary School Warkworth Drive , Ellington NE61 5HL | 3out of 4 | 1,684 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton Primary School Linton , NE61 5SG | 3out of 4 | 3,154 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School Central Parkway , NE64 6RT | - not rated | 3,580 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 4,034 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 | 4,386 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 4,922 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 | 4,057 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 4,129 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 4,232 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 4,315 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | 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 | 203 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynemouth Miners Welfare Institute | Bridge Road, Lynemouth | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inferno Pizza | West Market Street, Lynemouth | 293 yd | |
| Riverside Dinner Limited | 4 West Market Street, Lynemouth | 293 yd | |
| Seafare | 13 West Market Street, Lynemouth | 293 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lynemouth Welfare Lynemouth Welfare Ground Lynemouth Welfare Ground Park Road | grass pitches | 137 yd |
| Lynemouth First School (Closed) Church Square | grass pitches | 328 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 | 29.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 44.32 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 44.32 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.44 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.