Kenilworth Road is in Ashington and in Northumberland district. NE63 8AR is located in the Ashington Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wansbeck. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kenilworth Road, Ashington, NE63 8AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE63 8AU, NE63 8AT, NE63 8AS, NE63 8AZ, NE63 8BA, NE63 0SE, NE63 8AH, NE63 8AJ, NE63 8AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE63 8AR 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 | 48.6% | 50.4% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.6% | -1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.1% | 35.7% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 47% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 8.3% | -5.3% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 5.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 44.3% | 36.6% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 30% | 34.8% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 19.4% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 8% | 7.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.4% | 20.3% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 6.5% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 15.9% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.9% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 20.3% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 30.2% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 98.1% | 96.8% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 96.8% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.3% | 76.7% | -0.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kenilworth Road was 1248.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 475.8% higher than the Ashington Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kenilworth Road has the highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Ashington Central and the 2nd highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 485.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essendene Residential Home Kenilworth Road, Ashington, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £421,000 | 2013-08-30 | £578,461 |
NE63 8AR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Primary School Milburn Road , NE63 0AX | 2out of 4 | 626 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bothal Primary School Wansbeck Road , NE63 8HZ | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 1,523 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 1,660 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | 3out of 4 | 1,701 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 546 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Duke's Secondary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 2out of 4 | 2,147 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 5,352 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 270 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 320 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 666 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 2,180 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleaswell Hill School School Avenue , Guide Post NE62 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 2,818 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black & White | 29 South View, Ashington | 198 yd | |
| IL Girasole | 29 South View, Ashington | 198 yd | |
| Real Deal Plus Ltd | 104-108 Station Road, Ashington | 248 yd | |
| Serendipity | 12a Station Road, Ashington | 320 yd | |
| Ashington Parkhead Centre | Park Road, Ashington | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington Masonic Hall | 2 John Street, Ashington | 143 yd | |
| Ashington Cricket Club | Ashington | 218 yd | |
| Bubbles Wine Bar Ltd | 58a Station Road, Ashington | 258 yd | |
| Hop 77 | 77 Station Road, Ashington | 263 yd | |
| Central Bar | Station Road Back, Ashington | 304 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toscana | 3 Station Bridge, Ashington | 213 yd | |
| Taj Tandoori & Balti Takeaway | 72a Station Road, Ashington | 253 yd | |
| Hungry Shack | 54 Station Road, Ashington | 258 yd | |
| Cooplands | 26 Station Road, Ashington | 258 yd | |
| Mama's House | 75 Station Road, Ashington | 280 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 14-18 Station Road, Ashington | 315 yd | |
| Iceland | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 382 yd | |
| Poundstretcher | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 420 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 1 Portland Way, Portland Park | 556 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Woodhorn Road Back, Ashington | 703 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashington Cricket Club LANGWELL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 135 yd |
| Ymca (Northumberland) NORTH VIEW | health and fitness suite | 284 yd |
| Portland Park (Closed) Portland Park | grass pitches | 345 yd |
| Peoples Park | grass pitches | 551 yd |
| Oasis Health Club WOODHORN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 576 yd |
| Ashington Academy GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 605 yd |
| Ashington Leisure Centre (Closed) Institute Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 629 yd |
| New Ashington Leisure Centre PORTLAND PARK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 632 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.