Ariel Street is in Ashington and in Wansbeck district. NE63 9NF 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 Ariel Street, Ashington, NE63 9NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE63 9LX, NE63 9LU, NE63 9LB, NE63 9LE, NE63 9PS, NE63 9NG, NE63 9ND, NE63 9NA, NE63 9WE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE63 9NF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.5% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.5% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 21.6% | 22% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 50.2% | 3.3% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 9.3% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 18.3% | 16.6% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 10.5% |
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 (43.6%) 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 | 18.8% | 18.4% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -30.0% |
| Good health | 25.6% | 25.2% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -8.4% |
| Fair health | 27.8% | 35% | 7.2% | 12.7% | 22.3% |
| Bad health | 20.5% | 13.7% | -6.8% | 4.0% | 9.7% |
| Very bad health | 7.3% | 7.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 6.5% |
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 9NF this area, 57.1% 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 10.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 61.5% | 57.1% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 38.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 5.9% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.4% | 8.3% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 6.3% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 9.3% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.6% | 10.2% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -23.6% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 99.6% | 98.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 98.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65% | 76.7% | -11.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 34.2% | 13.5% | 20.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.2% | 37.2% | -12.0% |
| Christian | 63.7% | 46.2% | 17.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ariel Street was 110.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.9% lower than the College average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ariel Street has the 15th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in College and the 296th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 204 Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-07-14 | £105,426 |
| 210 Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2018-07-13 | £106,076 |
| 210 Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2013-10-18 | £94,018 |
| 206 Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2006-04-13 | £142,772 |
| 206 Ariel Street, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £38,950 | 2002-01-31 | £131,840 |
NE63 9NF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE63 9NF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 56% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 115 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Full-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | 3out of 4 | 287 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 339 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Bishop's Primary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 637 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Primary School Milburn Road , NE63 0AX | 2out of 4 | 823 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 976 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 | 705 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 1,659 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 4,867 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 | 743 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 1,390 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 1,513 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 | 2,047 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleaswell Hill School School Avenue , Guide Post NE62 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 3,482 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deli Express | 1 College Place, Ashington | 460 yd | |
| Northumberland College | College Road, Ashington | 596 yd | |
| T/A Tasty Bite/CrunchyChikin/MonsterBurgerz | 153 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 642 yd | |
| Nurtch | 122 Milburn Road, Ashington | 654 yd | |
| Expresso Amusements | 8 Milburn Road, Ashington | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Social Club | Ridgeway, North Seaton | 898 yd | |
| Ashington & District Comrades Social Club | 179-185 North Seaton Road, Ashington | 972 yd | |
| New Hirst & District Social Club | North Seaton Road, Ashington | 1,009 yd | |
| The Elephant | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Fish Bar | 145 Alexandra Road, Ashington | 350 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 301b Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 403 yd | |
| Chellos Pizza & Kebab | 194 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 478 yd | |
| Simon Cantonese & English Takeaway | 1 Seventh Avenue, Ashington | 616 yd | |
| Buffet Ninja | 152 Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 618 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 200-202 Milburn Road, Ashington | 671 yd | |
| Spar | 2 Meadowfield, North Seaton | 961 yd | |
| Co-op | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 998 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Benedicts Rc Middle School (Closed) Moorhouse Lane | grass pitches | 191 yd |
| Hirst Park Sixth Avenue | grass pitches | 244 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Primary) HIRST LIBRARY HIRST LIBRARY LICHFIELD CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 454 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Secondary) (Closed) Lichfield Close | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 489 yd |
| Hirst High School (Closed) Lichfield Close | grass pitches | 489 yd |
| Northumberland Church Of England Academy (Josephine Butler Campus) Academy Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Richard Grainger Campus (Closed) Alexandra Road | grass pitches | 559 yd |
| Northumberland College (Ashington Campus) COLLEGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 606 yd |
| Hirst Welfare Centre Alexandra Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 656 yd |
| Shape House (Closed) Milburn Road | health and fitness suite | 695 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 | 40.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.47 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.