Welfare Crescent is in Newbiggin-By-The-Sea and in Wansbeck district. NE64 6SB is located in the Seaton with Newbiggin West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wansbeck. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Welfare Crescent, Newbiggin-by-the-sea, NE64 6SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE64 6SA, NE64 6RZ, NE64 6RR, NE64 6TN, NE64 6RW, NE64 6RP, NE64 6RN, NE64 6RQ, NE64 6TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE64 6SB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.5% | 51.6% | 5.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 53.5% | 48.4% | -5.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 31.7% | 36.7% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 41.8% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.8% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 8.8% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 38% | 42.7% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 28.7% | -4.7% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 19.9% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 7.2% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 14.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.5% | 28% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 10.8% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 17.6% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.6% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 18% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 14.4% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -19.4% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.6% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 99.7% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 99.7% 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 | 99.2% | 99.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 99.7% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Welfare Crescent was 75.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.3% lower than the Newbiggin Central and East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Welfare Crescent has the 9th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Newbiggin Central and East and the 446th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 118 Welfare Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-12-20 | £182,647 |
| 118 Welfare Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-06-24 | £170,986 |
| 2 Welfare Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2021-10-18 | £140,750 |
| 3 Welfare Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-01-29 | £166,910 |
| 115 Welfare Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £91,250 | 2019-11-22 | £130,556 |
NE64 6SB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School Central Parkway , NE64 6RT | - not rated | 176 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Bishop's Primary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 1,744 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 1,902 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | 3out of 4 | 1,932 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Primary School Milburn Road , NE63 0AX | 2out of 4 | 2,898 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 | 1,668 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 3,837 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 | 1,587 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 3,315 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 3,455 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 | 3,948 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newbiggin Sports and Community Hub | Woodhorn Road, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 589 yd | |
| Artisan Tea Room | 51 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 846 yd | |
| The Endeavour Coffee House | 88-90 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 872 yd | |
| CeeJays | 66 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 872 yd | |
| Newbiggin by the Sea Sailing Club | 1 Bridge Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Ship | 42 Gibson Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 512 yd | |
| Bank House Social Club | Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 673 yd | |
| Newbiggin Bowling Club | Beach Terrace, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 709 yd | |
| Newbiggin Masonic Hall | Haven View, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 743 yd | |
| The Ink Spot | 49 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bravo Pizza | 1 Cleveland Avenue, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 317 yd | |
| China Food | 3a Storey Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 573 yd | |
| Ladhar's Fish Bar | 61 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 846 yd | |
| Bodrum Kebab House | 84 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 872 yd | |
| Flame Pizza | 70 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 872 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 87 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 1,024 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newbiggin Colliery Welfare (Closed) Cleveland Avenue | grass pitches | 154 yd |
| Grace Darling Campus (Closed) Cleveland Avenue | grass pitches | 210 yd |
| Northumberland Church Of England Academy (Grace Darling Campus) CENTRAL PARKWAY | grass pitches | 219 yd |
| Collingwood Road COLLINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 319 yd |
| Newbiggin Sports & Community Centre Woodhorn Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 586 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 | 50.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.