East Terrace is in Choppington and in Wansbeck district. NE62 5UJ 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 East Terrace, Choppington, NE62 5UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE62 5UL, NE62 5UF, NE62 5UH, NE62 5UN, NE62 5UG, NE62 5UE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE62 5UJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.4% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.6% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 5UJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% 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 | 28.1% | 31.4% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 52.3% | 2.5% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 0.6% | -4.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 11.1% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 6% | 4% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 46.8% | 44.2% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 39.8% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 10.2% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.6% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.9% | 14.2% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 14.2% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 15.1% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.5% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 26.2% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 9.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 21% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 100% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.8% 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% | 98.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 98.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Terrace was 77.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.7% lower than the Choppington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
East Terrace has the 16th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Choppington and the 434th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 East Terrace, Choppington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2025-04-04 | £120,000 |
| 32 East Terrace, Choppington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2024-10-24 | £86,809 |
| 40 East Terrace, Choppington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2023-11-03 | £96,474 |
| 43 East Terrace, Choppington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2023-09-19 | £76,944 |
| 28 East Terrace, Choppington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-02-18 | £106,004 |
NE62 5UJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stakeford Primary School East Ford Road , Stakeford NE62 5TZ | 3out of 4 | 589 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mowbray Primary School Stakeford Lane , Guide Post NE62 5HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringway Primary School Ringway , Guide Post NE62 5YP | 3out of 4 | 1,537 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 1,686 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Choppington Primary School Eastgate , NE62 5RR | 3out of 4 | 1,913 yd | Community 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 | 2,207 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 2,787 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Duke's Secondary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 2out of 4 | 2,954 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy Ridge Terrace , NE22 6ED | 2out of 4 | 3,810 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blyth Academy Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | 2out of 4 | 4,820 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,465 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 2,934 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 2,942 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 3,041 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 3,177 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stakeford Coffee Shop | 40 Gordon Terrace, Stakeford | 311 yd | |
| Eats & Treats | Stakeford | 550 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bomarsund Social Club | 1 East View, Stakeford | 169 yd | |
| Stakeford & Bomarsund Sports & Social Welfare Centre | Gordon Terrace, Stakeford | 353 yd | |
| The Lord Barrington | Gordon Terrace West, Stakeford | 474 yd | |
| Half Moon Inn | Stakeford | 627 yd | |
| Cherry Tree Bar & Grill | Riversdale Avenue, Stakeford | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orient Express | 12 Gordon Terrace West, Stakeford | 422 yd | |
| Kielder 2 Fish Bar | 93 Leander Avenue, Stakeford | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 1-2 Gordon Terrace, Stakeford | 311 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stakeford & Bomarsund Sports & Welfare Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 335 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 | 96.2% |
| 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 | 3.8% |
| Median download speed | 28.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.76 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.