Swallow Close is in Ashington and in Wansbeck district. NE63 0DN is located in the Haydon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wansbeck. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swallow Close, Ashington, NE63 0DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE63 0DQ, NE63 0DP, NE63 0DL, NE63 0DA, NE63 0DJ, NE63 0DD, NE63 0DW, NE63 0DB, NE63 0DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE63 0DN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 51.7% | 54% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 48.3% | 46% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 NE63 0DN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.2% 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 | 15.7% | 16.5% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -21.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.8% | 64.2% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 20.0% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 11.5% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 35.1% | 26.2% | -8.9% | 48.4% | -22.2% |
| Good health | 40.9% | 45.1% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 11.5% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 20.7% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 6.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 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 | 21.8% | 22.8% | 1.0% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 3.7% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 14.6% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 9.1% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 19.2% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 26.5% | -1.3% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.1% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| White | 100% | 98.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98.3% 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% | 98.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 98.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 76.7% | 16.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.3% | 37.2% | -7.9% |
| Christian | 65.7% | 46.2% | 19.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swallow Close was 16.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.3% lower than the Ashington Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Swallow Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Ashington Central and the 144th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Swallow Close, Ashington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-10-16 | £157,483 |
| 3 Swallow Close, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2010-06-16 | £183,862 |
| 6 Swallow Close, Ashington, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2008-01-25 | £251,344 |
| 3 Swallow Close, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2003-05-01 | £195,630 |
| 13 Swallow Close, Ashington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £56,500 | 2000-05-31 | £213,487 |
NE63 0DN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 NE63 0DN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 55% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 440 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stakeford Primary School East Ford Road , Stakeford NE62 5TZ | 3out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Bishop's Primary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 1,468 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | 3out of 4 | 1,485 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Primary School Milburn Road , NE63 0AX | 2out of 4 | 1,602 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,537 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 1,738 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 3,589 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy Ridge Terrace , NE22 6ED | 2out of 4 | 5,182 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blyth Academy Chase Farm Drive , NE24 4JP | 2out of 4 | 5,419 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 1,623 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 2,105 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 2,162 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleaswell Hill School School Avenue , Guide Post NE62 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 2,560 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 2,592 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betty's Bakes Cakes & Sandwich Deli | 252 Milburn Road, Ashington | 638 yd | |
| Northumberland College | College Road, Ashington | 732 yd | |
| Wansbeck Cafe | 6 Armstrong Way, North Seaton Industrial Estate | 790 yd | |
| Deli Express | 1 College Place, Ashington | 865 yd | |
| Nurtch | 122 Milburn Road, Ashington | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elephant | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 351 yd | |
| The Foresters Arms | West Sleekburn | 693 yd | |
| Fox Cover | Freeman Way, North Seaton Industrial Estate | 790 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden Chinese Takeaway | 82 Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 371 yd | |
| Milburn Chippy | 304 Milburn Road, Ashington | 463 yd | |
| Simon Cantonese & English Takeaway | 1 Seventh Avenue, Ashington | 766 yd | |
| Kusham Bag Tandoori | 198 Milburn Road, Ashington | 841 yd | |
| Ocean Treasure | 118 Milburn Road, Ashington | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Remscheid Way, Jubilee Industrial Estate | 665 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 200-202 Milburn Road, Ashington | 841 yd | |
| Co-op | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 1,009 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Curves (Ashington) UNIT 12 UNIT 12 MERCHANT COURT | health and fitness suite | 579 yd |
| New Form (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 718 yd |
| Northumberland College (Ashington Campus) COLLEGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 722 yd |
| Shape House (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 755 yd |
| Richard Grainger Campus (Closed) Alexandra Road | grass pitches | 980 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 28.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 28.8 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 4.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.