Milburn Road is in Ashington and in Wansbeck district. NE63 0PL is located in the College electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wansbeck. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Milburn Road, Ashington, NE63 0PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE63 0PN, NE63 0NF, NE63 0NE, NE63 0LF, NE63 0TH, NE63 0PJ, NE63 0PU, NE63 0TA, NE63 0UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE63 0PL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 48.2% | 52.9% | 4.7% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 51.8% | 47.1% | -4.7% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 NE63 0PL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% 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 | 33.8% | 42.4% | 8.6% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 39.5% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 2.4% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 12.9% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 2.9% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 | 33.2% | 42.1% | 8.9% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 36.4% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 15.3% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 4.2% | -5.9% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.2% | 19.5% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 10.5% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 17.6% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 8.6% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19% | 20% | 1.0% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.3% | 20.5% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.3% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
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% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| White | 98.8% | 95.4% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
In this area, 94.7% 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% | 94.7% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 4.2% | 3.4% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 95.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Milburn Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ashington Central average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 282 Milburn Road, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2025-03-21 | £58,920 |
| 300A Milburn Road, Ashington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,950 | 2024-09-10 | £40,261 |
| 278 Milburn Road, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-04-26 | £126,483 |
| 296 Milburn Road, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2024-03-15 | £80,202 |
| 304 Milburn Road, Ashington, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-11-15 | £114,653 |
NE63 0PL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst North Nursery School Second Avenue , NE63 0AX | - not rated | 1,201 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 223 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorn Church of England Controlled First School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 223 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Hawthorn First School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 223 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coulson Park First School Alexandra Road , NE63 9RL | - not rated | 688 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst High School Lichfield Close , NE63 9RX | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Duke's Secondary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 2out of 4 | 1,154 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington High School Green Lane , NE63 8DH | - not rated | 1,560 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 3out of 4 | 1,560 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlingtonshire Community High School Palace Road , NE22 7DS | - not rated | 4,049 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Benedict's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Middle School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | - not rated | 980 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Hirst Park Middle School Third Avenue , NE63 9BE | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Hirst Church of England Controlled Middle School Norwich Close , NE63 9SA | - not rated | 1,092 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Hirst Church of England Middle School Norwich Close , North Seaton NE63 9SA | - not rated | 1,092 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Alexandra Middle School Second Avenue , NE63 9HB | - not rated | 1,340 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northumberland College College Road , NE63 9RG | - not rated | 302 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverbank School Seaton Colliery , NE63 0XL | - not rated | 693 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Ardlea, Station Road End , NE61 6DR | - not rated | 1,769 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 1,826 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 | 2,302 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | 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 | 180 yd | |
| Northumberland College | College Road, Ashington | 303 yd | |
| Deli Express | 1 College Place, Ashington | 441 yd | |
| Nurtch | 122 Milburn Road, Ashington | 542 yd | |
| Expresso Amusements | 8 Milburn Road, Ashington | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elephant | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 131 yd | |
| Ashington & District Comrades Social Club | 179-185 North Seaton Road, Ashington | 914 yd | |
| Fox Cover | Freeman Way, North Seaton Industrial Estate | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milburn Chippy | 304 Milburn Road, Ashington | 2 yd | |
| Jade Garden Chinese Takeaway | 82 Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 130 yd | |
| Simon Cantonese & English Takeaway | 1 Seventh Avenue, Ashington | 305 yd | |
| Kusham Bag Tandoori | 198 Milburn Road, Ashington | 390 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 301b Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 536 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 200-202 Milburn Road, Ashington | 390 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | Remscheid Way, Jubilee Industrial Estate | 571 yd | |
| Co-op | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 918 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Form (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 259 yd |
| Northumberland College (Ashington Campus) COLLEGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 293 yd |
| Shape House (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 299 yd |
| Curves (Ashington) UNIT 12 UNIT 12 MERCHANT COURT | health and fitness suite | 633 yd |
| Hirst Park Sixth Avenue | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Richard Grainger Campus (Closed) Alexandra Road | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| Northumberland Church Of England Academy (Josephine Butler Campus) Academy Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Primary) HIRST LIBRARY HIRST LIBRARY LICHFIELD CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,002 yd |
| St Benedicts Rc Middle School (Closed) Moorhouse Lane | grass pitches | 1,028 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Secondary) (Closed) Lichfield Close | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,035 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 | 44.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60.08 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.08 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.77 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.