Beech Terrace is in Ashington and in Wansbeck district. NE63 0QG 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 Beech Terrace, Ashington, NE63 0QG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE63 0QQ, NE63 9NU, NE63 9NT, NE63 0QF, NE63 0QS, NE63 0QJ, NE63 0QE, NE63 9NX, NE63 0QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE63 0QG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% 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 | 52.6% | 54.6% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 47.4% | 45.4% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.1% | 41.6% | 13.5% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 30.5% | -14.7% | 44.2% | -13.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 15.3% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 8% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 30.8% | 35.7% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 42.5% | 38.7% | -3.8% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 18.6% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 5.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 21.2% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 10.2% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 25.2% | 19.3% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 4.9% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 23.9% | 11.5% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.3% | 16.7% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 1.4% | 3.8% | 2.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 96.6% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 99.2% | 96.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 96.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.4% | 13.5% | 10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beech Terrace was 168.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.9% lower than the Ashington Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beech Terrace has the 19th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Ashington Central and the 144th highest crime rate of 1,083 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 97.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Beech Terrace, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £105,500 | 2025-12-16 | £102,351 |
| 8 Beech Terrace, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2023-03-23 | £79,990 |
| 6 Beech Terrace, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2022-02-10 | £98,249 |
| 8 Beech Terrace, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2018-03-29 | £79,134 |
| 5 Beech Terrace, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2017-07-07 | £110,932 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst North Nursery School Second Avenue , NE63 0AX | - not rated | 915 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coulson Park First School Alexandra Road , NE63 9RL | - not rated | 510 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorn Church of England Controlled First School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 566 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Hawthorn First School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 566 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 572 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | - not rated | 619 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 | 736 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Duke's Secondary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 2out of 4 | 864 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington High School Green Lane , NE63 8DH | - not rated | 1,536 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 3out of 4 | 1,536 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlingtonshire Community High School Palace Road , NE22 7DS | - not rated | 4,474 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 | 581 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Hirst Park Middle School Third Avenue , NE63 9BE | - not rated | 622 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Hirst Church of England Controlled Middle School Norwich Close , NE63 9SA | - not rated | 806 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Hirst Church of England Middle School Norwich Close , North Seaton NE63 9SA | - not rated | 806 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Alexandra Middle School Second Avenue , NE63 9HB | - not rated | 913 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 | 180 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 3out of 4 | 934 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverbank School Seaton Colliery , NE63 0XL | - not rated | 998 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Ardlea, Station Road End , NE61 6DR | - not rated | 1,519 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 1,600 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 | 2,114 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deli Express | 1 College Place, Ashington | 128 yd | |
| Northumberland College | College Road, Ashington | 178 yd | |
| Betty's Bakes Cakes & Sandwich Deli | 252 Milburn Road, Ashington | 295 yd | |
| Nurtch | 122 Milburn Road, Ashington | 331 yd | |
| Expresso Amusements | 8 Milburn Road, Ashington | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elephant | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 568 yd | |
| Ashington & District Comrades Social Club | 179-185 North Seaton Road, Ashington | 761 yd | |
| New Hirst & District Social Club | North Seaton Road, Ashington | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Time | 301b Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 111 yd | |
| Simon Cantonese & English Takeaway | 1 Seventh Avenue, Ashington | 152 yd | |
| Kusham Bag Tandoori | 198 Milburn Road, Ashington | 254 yd | |
| Ocean Treasure | 118 Milburn Road, Ashington | 331 yd | |
| Sweet & Savoury | 152 Milburn Road, Ashington | 331 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 200-202 Milburn Road, Ashington | 254 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | Remscheid Way, Jubilee Industrial Estate | 865 yd | |
| Co-op | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 917 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northumberland College (Ashington Campus) COLLEGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 187 yd |
| Hirst Park Sixth Avenue | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| Shape House (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 243 yd |
| New Form (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 246 yd |
| Richard Grainger Campus (Closed) Alexandra Road | grass pitches | 511 yd |
| St Benedicts Rc Middle School (Closed) Moorhouse Lane | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Primary) HIRST LIBRARY HIRST LIBRARY LICHFIELD CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 697 yd |
| Northumberland Church Of England Academy (Josephine Butler Campus) Academy Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Secondary) (Closed) Lichfield Close | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 735 yd |
| Hirst High School (Closed) Lichfield Close | grass pitches | 735 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 | 69.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.