Third Avenue is in Ashington and in Wansbeck district. NE63 9DP is located in the Hirst electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wansbeck. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Third Avenue, Ashington, NE63 9DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE63 9DR, NE63 9DS, NE63 9DW, NE63 9DT, NE63 9BP, NE63 9EA, NE63 9EB, NE63 9NQ, NE63 9BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE63 9DP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.1% | 50.7% | 4.6% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 53.9% | 49.3% | -4.6% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 9DP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.3% 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 | 34.6% | 42.3% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 35.1% | -10.5% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 4.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 10.7% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 7.1% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.7% | 35.2% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 33.8% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 21.1% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 8.4% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 8.5% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 24.7% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 15.9% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 19.4% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6.5% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15.9% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 15.9% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 8.8% | 1.8% | -7.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 92.7% | 97.2% | 4.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 96.1% | 97.7% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 97.7% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.5% | 76.7% | -7.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 29.6% | 13.5% | 16.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Third Avenue 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Third Avenue, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2024-12-13 | £73,596 |
| 29 Third Avenue, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2024-09-03 | £68,838 |
| 28 Third Avenue, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2023-06-30 | £94,276 |
| 25 Third Avenue, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2006-10-02 | £90,315 |
| 25 Third Avenue, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £66,950 | 2004-01-23 | £138,380 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Primary School Milburn Road , NE63 0AX | 2out of 4 | 436 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 601 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | 3out of 4 | 655 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Bishop's Primary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 1,137 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 | 1,114 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 5,140 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 965 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 1,094 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 1,136 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 1,627 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleaswell Hill School School Avenue , Guide Post NE62 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 3,403 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| T/A Tasty Bite/CrunchyChikin/MonsterBurgerz | 153 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 237 yd | |
| Expresso Amusements | 8 Milburn Road, Ashington | 454 yd | |
| Stars & Strikes Deserts | Milburn Road, Ashington | 458 yd | |
| The Fun Jungle | Milburn Road, Ashington | 458 yd | |
| Paul's Pantry | 2a Maple Street, Ashington | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Hirst & District Social Club | North Seaton Road, Ashington | 653 yd | |
| Premier Club | 38 Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 672 yd | |
| The Mighty Oak | 44 Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 672 yd | |
| The Rohan Kanhai | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 672 yd | |
| The Cree | 24 Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chellos Pizza & Kebab | 194 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 184 yd | |
| Buffet Ninja | 152 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 201 yd | |
| Alexandra Fish Bar | 145 Alexandra Road, Ashington | 218 yd | |
| The Hummingbird Cafe | 153 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 237 yd | |
| Tiger Oriental Takeaway | 96 Ariel Street, Ashington | 350 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 200-202 Milburn Road, Ashington | 741 yd | |
| Iceland | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 763 yd | |
| Poundstretcher | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 785 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 1 Portland Way, Portland Park | 845 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Woodhorn Road Back, Ashington | 845 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hirst Welfare Centre Alexandra Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 410 yd |
| Hirst Park Sixth Avenue | grass pitches | 487 yd |
| St Benedicts Rc Middle School (Closed) Moorhouse Lane | grass pitches | 570 yd |
| Oasis Health Club WOODHORN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 694 yd |
| Ashington Community Football Club Woodhorn Lane | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Shape House (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 812 yd |
| New Form (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 843 yd |
| Northumberland College (Ashington Campus) COLLEGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 858 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Primary) HIRST LIBRARY HIRST LIBRARY LICHFIELD CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 885 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Secondary) (Closed) Lichfield Close | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 918 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.77 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.