Salisbury Close is in Ashington and in Wansbeck district. NE63 9QL 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 Salisbury Close, Ashington, NE63 9QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE63 9QN, NE63 9RW, NE63 9QJ, NE63 9QE, NE63 9QG, NE63 9QD, NE63 9SR, NE63 9RN, NE63 9RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE63 9QL has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 49.8% | 48% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 50.2% | 52% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 34.9% | 36.2% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 37.5% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 5.2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 14.2% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 6% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 32% | 38.2% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 33.4% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 18.6% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 7.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 25.3% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 11.6% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 17.6% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 18.5% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.7% | 16.3% | 11.6% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 7.5% | 3.9% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 99.4% | 96.9% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 96.9% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.5% | 76.7% | -8.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 31.2% | 13.5% | 17.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Salisbury Close was 145.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.4% lower than the College average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Salisbury Close has the 14th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in College and the 215th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Salisbury Close, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £69,500 | 2020-11-06 | £90,603 |
| 14 Salisbury Close, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2019-05-03 | £81,656 |
| 16 Salisbury Close, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2018-10-31 | £92,550 |
| 12 Salisbury Close, Ashington, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2017-04-07 | £110,172 |
| 20 Salisbury Close, Ashington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2007-10-22 | £61,839 |
The percentage of student residents living in NE63 9QL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCEA Bishop's Primary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 374 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | 3out of 4 | 646 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 798 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Primary School Milburn Road , NE63 0AX | 2out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 421 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 2,212 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 4,391 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 | 508 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 2,109 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 2,224 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 | 2,751 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleaswell Hill School School Avenue , Guide Post NE62 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 3,650 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 | 660 yd | |
| Northumberland College | College Road, Ashington | 720 yd | |
| Wansbeck Cafe | 6 Armstrong Way, North Seaton Industrial Estate | 759 yd | |
| Betty's Bakes Cakes & Sandwich Deli | 252 Milburn Road, Ashington | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Social Club | Ridgeway, North Seaton | 400 yd | |
| Fox Cover | Freeman Way, North Seaton Industrial Estate | 759 yd | |
| The Elephant | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| V Gorman's | 6 Meadowfield, Ashington | 329 yd | |
| Kellys Kakeaway | Meadowfield, North Seaton | 329 yd | |
| Bellissimo | Meadowfield, North Seaton | 329 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 301b Hawthorn Road, Ashington | 842 yd | |
| Simon Cantonese & English Takeaway | 1 Seventh Avenue, Ashington | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Newbiggin Road, Ashington | 300 yd | |
| Spar | 2 Meadowfield, North Seaton | 329 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 200-202 Milburn Road, Ashington | 1,022 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northumberland Church Of England Academy (Josephine Butler Campus) Academy Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 237 yd |
| Richard Grainger Campus (Closed) Alexandra Road | grass pitches | 275 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Secondary) (Closed) Lichfield Close | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 357 yd |
| Hirst High School (Closed) Lichfield Close | grass pitches | 357 yd |
| Josephine Butler Campus (Primary) HIRST LIBRARY HIRST LIBRARY LICHFIELD CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 364 yd |
| Robert Stephenson Campus (Closed) Thorntree Gardens | grass pitches | 598 yd |
| Curves (Ashington) UNIT 12 UNIT 12 MERCHANT COURT | health and fitness suite | 653 yd |
| St Benedicts Rc Middle School (Closed) Moorhouse Lane | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Northumberland College (Ashington Campus) COLLEGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 723 yd |
| Hirst Park Sixth Avenue | grass pitches | 772 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 | 43.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.24 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.