Ashington Drive is in Choppington and in Wansbeck district. NE62 5AD is located in the Stakeford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wansbeck. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashington Drive, Choppington, NE62 5AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE62 5HA, NE62 5AE, NE62 5XY, NE62 5AF, NE62 5EZ, NE62 5AG, NE62 5XX, NE62 5AT, NE62 5AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE62 5AD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 53.8% | 48.8% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 46.2% | 51.2% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 NE62 5AD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.7% 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 | 19.4% | 25.6% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.7% | 64.7% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 20.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 4% | 0.4% | -3.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -6.1% |
| Widowed | 4% | 4.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.1% | 41.1% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 41.8% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 8.2% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 14.1% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.7% | 12.4% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 10.9% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 13.9% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.6% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 18% | 0.7% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 33.8% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 5% | 5.3% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.7% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 96% 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% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 95.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashington Drive was 6.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.1% lower than the Choppington average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Ashington Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Choppington and the 37th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Ashington Drive, Choppington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2023-08-04 | £195,055 |
| 122 Ashington Drive, Choppington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-04-28 | £175,559 |
| 110 Ashington Drive, Choppington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2016-12-16 | £154,146 |
| 122 Ashington Drive, Choppington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2015-02-24 | £178,854 |
| 114 Ashington Drive, Choppington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2014-03-14 | £160,857 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NE62 5AD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ringway Primary School Ringway , Guide Post NE62 5YP | 3out of 4 | 234 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mowbray Primary School Stakeford Lane , Guide Post NE62 5HQ | 3out of 4 | 456 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stakeford Primary School East Ford Road , Stakeford NE62 5TZ | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Choppington Primary School Eastgate , NE62 5RR | 3out of 4 | 1,723 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bothal Primary School Wansbeck Road , NE63 8HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,977 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 1,770 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Duke's Secondary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 2out of 4 | 3,557 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 3,948 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy Ridge Terrace , NE22 6ED | 2out of 4 | 4,085 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleaswell Hill School School Avenue , Guide Post NE62 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 502 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 2,563 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 | 2,570 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 2,635 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 3,633 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Riverside Pantry | Riverside Park Caravan Site, Ashington | 659 yd | |
| Raffaello's | 31 The Square, Guide Post | 975 yd | |
| Cafe 31 | 7 The Square, Guide Post | 975 yd | |
| Eats & Treats | Stakeford | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree Bar & Grill | Riversdale Avenue, Stakeford | 363 yd | |
| Half Moon Inn | Stakeford | 933 yd | |
| The Shakespeare Tavern | Front Street, Guide Post | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinchilla Pizzeria at Sabah's Place | 133-135 Ashington Drive, Stakeford | 91 yd | |
| Ruby Cantonese Takeaway | 131 Ashington Drive, Stakeford | 91 yd | |
| Dilshad Tandoori | 125 Ashington Drive, Stakeford | 91 yd | |
| Kielder 2 Fish Bar | 93 Leander Avenue, Stakeford | 711 yd | |
| The Seahorse Fish & Chips | 16 Front Street, Guide Post | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Store | 38 The Square, Guide Post | 975 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mowbray Primary School STAKEFORD LANE | grass pitches | 463 yd |
| Guide Post Middle School (Closed) Stakeford Lane | grass pitches | 569 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.