Ariel Street is in Ashington and in Wansbeck district. NE63 9EB 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 Ariel Street, Ashington, NE63 9EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE63 9EF, NE63 9EA, NE63 9DS, NE63 9NQ, NE63 9DT, NE63 9DR, NE63 9LA, NE63 9EP, NE63 9DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE63 9EB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 52.9% | 48.5% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 51.5% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 9EB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47% 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 | 30.6% | 47% | 16.4% | 37.9% | 9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.7% | 29% | -13.7% | 44.2% | -15.2% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 9.8% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 8.2% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 45.2% | 39.2% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -9.2% |
| Good health | 24.9% | 38.4% | 13.5% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 15.6% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 5.5% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 30.6% | 20.9% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 13.2% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 18.7% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 7.1% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 22% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 15.9% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.2% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.6% | 91.6% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 94.6% | 92.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4.7% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 91.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.4% | 76.7% | -6.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 29.2% | 13.5% | 15.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ariel Street 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 .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2025-08-04 | £96,043 |
| 93 Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2022-12-02 | £85,751 |
| 97 Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2022-10-14 | £75,390 |
| 99 Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2022-03-28 | £94,952 |
| 110 Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2022-01-18 | £71,880 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst North Nursery School Second Avenue , NE63 0AX | - not rated | 666 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Alexandra First School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 448 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | - not rated | 536 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | 3out of 4 | 536 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish County First School Second Avenue , NE63 0AX | - not rated | 666 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 912 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Duke's Secondary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 2out of 4 | 993 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington High School Green Lane , NE63 8DH | - not rated | 1,619 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 3out of 4 | 1,619 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlingtonshire Community High School Palace Road , NE22 7DS | - not rated | 5,279 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington Alexandra Middle School Second Avenue , NE63 9HB | - not rated | 115 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Hirst Park Middle School Third Avenue , NE63 9BE | - not rated | 268 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Middle School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | - not rated | 590 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Hirst Church of England Controlled Middle School Norwich Close , NE63 9SA | - not rated | 975 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Hirst Church of England Middle School Norwich Close , North Seaton NE63 9SA | - not rated | 975 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 978 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 | 997 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Ardlea, Station Road End , NE61 6DR | - not rated | 1,147 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 1,267 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverbank School Seaton Colliery , NE63 0XL | - not rated | 1,770 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 1,792 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| T/A Tasty Bite/CrunchyChikin/MonsterBurgerz | 153 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 366 yd | |
| Stars & Strikes Deserts | Milburn Road, Ashington | 608 yd | |
| The Fun Jungle | Milburn Road, Ashington | 608 yd | |
| Expresso Amusements | 8 Milburn Road, Ashington | 618 yd | |
| Paul's Pantry | 2a Maple Street, Ashington | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Club | 38 Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 691 yd | |
| The Mighty Oak | 44 Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 691 yd | |
| The Rohan Kanhai | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 691 yd | |
| The Cree | 24 Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 691 yd | |
| Hirst Industrial Club Ltd | 40 Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Fish Bar | 145 Alexandra Road, Ashington | 142 yd | |
| Tiger Oriental Takeaway | 96 Ariel Street, Ashington | 225 yd | |
| Buffet Ninja | 152 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 322 yd | |
| Chellos Pizza & Kebab | 194 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 355 yd | |
| The Hummingbird Cafe | 153 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 366 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 829 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Woodhorn Road Back, Ashington | 835 yd | |
| Poundstretcher | Woodhorn Road, Ashington | 838 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 1 Portland Way, Portland Park | 864 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 200-202 Milburn Road, Ashington | 901 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hirst Welfare Centre Alexandra Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 242 yd |
| St Benedicts Rc Middle School (Closed) Moorhouse Lane | grass pitches | 556 yd |
| Ashington Community Football Club Woodhorn Lane | grass pitches | 586 yd |
| Hirst Park Sixth Avenue | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Oasis Health Club WOODHORN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 721 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Primary) HIRST LIBRARY HIRST LIBRARY LICHFIELD CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 887 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Secondary) (Closed) Lichfield Close | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 914 yd |
| Hirst High School (Closed) Lichfield Close | grass pitches | 914 yd |
| New Ashington Leisure Centre PORTLAND PARK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 926 yd |
| Shape House (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 966 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 | 61.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.88 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.88 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.