Rutland Street is in Ashington and in Wansbeck district. NE63 8BA 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 Rutland Street, Ashington, NE63 8BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE63 8AZ, NE63 8AT, NE63 8BB, NE63 8AU, NE63 8AS, NE63 8AR, NE63 8AH, NE63 8DB, NE63 8AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE63 8BA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 48.1% | 49.5% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 51.9% | 50.5% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 26.4% | 32.6% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 50.2% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 7% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7% | -0.2% | 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 | 49.5% | 45.7% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 37.1% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 13.7% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 15.3% | 13.3% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 10.2% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.4% | 15.5% | -7.9% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.5% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 26.5% | 11.2% | 16.9% | 9.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 27% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 99% | 95.9% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.9% | 96.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 96.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rutland Street was 44.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.7% lower than the Ashington Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rutland Street has the 16th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Ashington Central and the 448th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Rutland Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2023-03-17 | £156,393 |
| 20 Rutland Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-09-30 | £157,924 |
| 26 Rutland Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £129,950 | 2018-01-31 | £187,912 |
| 18 Rutland Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2016-12-16 | £137,900 |
| 4 Rutland Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2015-05-22 | £135,911 |
NE63 8BA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Primary School Milburn Road , NE63 0AX | 2out of 4 | 543 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bothal Primary School Wansbeck Road , NE63 8HZ | 3out of 4 | 845 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 1,399 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 1,577 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | 3out of 4 | 1,611 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 | 509 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Duke's Secondary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 2out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 5,240 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 | 372 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 383 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 790 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 2,086 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleaswell Hill School School Avenue , Guide Post NE62 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 2,773 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 | 232 yd | |
| IL Girasole | 29 South View, Ashington | 232 yd | |
| Bettinis | 17a North Seaton Road, Ashington | 292 yd | |
| Serendipity | 12a Station Road, Ashington | 342 yd | |
| Expresso Amusements | 7 North Seaton Road, Ashington | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington Masonic Hall | 2 John Street, Ashington | 173 yd | |
| Hirst Progressive Social Club | 61-65 North Seaton Road, Ashington | 292 yd | |
| Bubbles Wine Bar Ltd | 58a Station Road, Ashington | 311 yd | |
| Central Bar | Station Road Back, Ashington | 311 yd | |
| New Hirst & District Social Club | North Seaton Road, Ashington | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungry Shack | 54 Station Road, Ashington | 311 yd | |
| Cooplands | 26 Station Road, Ashington | 311 yd | |
| Toscana | 3 Station Bridge, Ashington | 312 yd | |
| Kielder Fish Bar | 24-26 Kielder Drive, Ashington | 331 yd | |
| The Chip Inn | 9 North Seaton Road, Ashington | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 14-18 Station Road, Ashington | 340 yd | |
| Iceland | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 379 yd | |
| Poundstretcher | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 432 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 1 Portland Way, Portland Park | 590 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Woodhorn Road Back, Ashington | 735 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashington Cricket Club LANGWELL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 258 yd |
| Ymca (Northumberland) NORTH VIEW | health and fitness suite | 378 yd |
| Portland Park (Closed) Portland Park | grass pitches | 422 yd |
| Oasis Health Club WOODHORN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 577 yd |
| Ashington Academy GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 587 yd |
| Peoples Park | grass pitches | 595 yd |
| New Ashington Leisure Centre PORTLAND PARK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 679 yd |
| Ashington Leisure Centre (Closed) Institute Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 713 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 | 63.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.