Chestnut Street is in Ashington and in Wansbeck district. NE63 0QR 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 Chestnut Street, Ashington, NE63 0QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE63 0QT, NE63 9AY, NE63 0QL, NE63 9BF, NE63 9AZ, NE63 0QS, NE63 0QJ, NE63 0QN, NE63 0QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE63 0QR 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 | 51.4% | 48.8% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 48.6% | 51.2% | 2.6% | 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 area around NE63 0QR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.2% 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 | 45.2% | 47.2% | 2.0% | 37.9% | 9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 34.7% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 3.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 9% | 12.5% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 2.3% | -5.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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 | 44% | 38.9% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 38.4% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 13.9% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 7.9% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around NE63 0QR this area, 28.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.7% | 28.6% | 1.9% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.9% | 12% | -10.9% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 13.7% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.1% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 21.1% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 15.4% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 95.8% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 98.5% | 95.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 95.4% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.7% | 76.7% | -14.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 33.6% | 13.5% | 20.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.6% | 37.2% | 23.4% |
| Christian | 33.8% | 46.2% | -12.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chestnut Street was 357.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.9% higher than the Ashington Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chestnut Street has the 12th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Ashington Central and the 52nd highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 140.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 306 Chestnut Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2025-04-09 | £48,000 |
| 278 Chestnut Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2025-03-11 | £48,333 |
| 292 Chestnut Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £32,000 | 2024-02-07 | £34,474 |
| 267 Chestnut Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £52,500 | 2023-09-22 | £55,336 |
| 279 Chestnut Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2022-07-29 | £63,445 |
NE63 0QR 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 | 59 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Primary School Milburn Road , NE63 0AX | 2out of 4 | 624 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 659 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | 3out of 4 | 700 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 754 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Bishop's Primary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 981 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,058 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 1,289 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 4,662 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 | 1,114 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 1,207 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 1,307 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 | 1,822 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleaswell Hill School School Avenue , Guide Post NE62 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 3,067 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nurtch | 122 Milburn Road, Ashington | 234 yd | |
| Deli Express | 1 College Place, Ashington | 333 yd | |
| Northumberland College | College Road, Ashington | 396 yd | |
| Expresso Amusements | 8 Milburn Road, Ashington | 416 yd | |
| Betty's Bakes Cakes & Sandwich Deli | 252 Milburn Road, Ashington | 440 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington & District Comrades Social Club | 179-185 North Seaton Road, Ashington | 602 yd | |
| The Elephant | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 732 yd | |
| New Hirst & District Social Club | North Seaton Road, Ashington | 739 yd | |
| Hirst Progressive Social Club | 61-65 North Seaton Road, Ashington | 888 yd | |
| The Grand Station Lounge | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Time | 301b Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 117 yd | |
| Ocean Treasure | 118 Milburn Road, Ashington | 234 yd | |
| Sweet & Savoury | 152 Milburn Road, Ashington | 234 yd | |
| Pizza House | 114 Milburn Road, Ashington | 234 yd | |
| Kusham Bag Tandoori | 198 Milburn Road, Ashington | 279 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 200-202 Milburn Road, Ashington | 279 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | Remscheid Way, Jubilee Industrial Estate | 920 yd | |
| Iceland | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 1,011 yd | |
| Poundstretcher | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 1,059 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 14-18 Station Road, Ashington | 1,092 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hirst Park Sixth Avenue | grass pitches | 202 yd |
| Shape House (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 336 yd |
| New Form (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 365 yd |
| Northumberland College (Ashington Campus) COLLEGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 403 yd |
| St Benedicts Rc Middle School (Closed) Moorhouse Lane | grass pitches | 608 yd |
| Richard Grainger Campus (Closed) Alexandra Road | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Primary) HIRST LIBRARY HIRST LIBRARY LICHFIELD CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 782 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Secondary) (Closed) Lichfield Close | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 822 yd |
| Hirst High School (Closed) Lichfield Close | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Northumberland Church Of England Academy (Josephine Butler Campus) Academy Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 836 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.