Spital Crescent is in Newbiggin-By-The-Sea and in Wansbeck district. NE64 6SH 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 Spital Crescent, Newbiggin-by-the-sea, NE64 6SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE64 6ST, NE64 6SS, NE64 6SQ, NE64 6SR, NE64 6XU, NE64 6SU, NE64 6XX, NE64 6XT, NE64 6RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE64 6SH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 52.1% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 52% | 47.9% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 30% | 36.8% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 34.7% | -12.2% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 5.2% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 8% | 10.9% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 12.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 | 35% | 38.6% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 37.7% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.4% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 5.9% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 26.9% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 6.6% | -10.8% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 17.3% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 8.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 20.8% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 18.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.1% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 98% | 98.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 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 | 98% | 98.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spital Crescent was 13.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.8% lower than the Newbiggin Central and East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Spital Crescent has the lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Newbiggin Central and East and the 125th lowest crime rate of 1,083 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Spital Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £77,500 | 2014-05-02 | £120,531 |
| 24 Spital Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2012-08-24 | £123,036 |
| 2 Spital Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2010-10-11 | £122,753 |
| 13 Spital Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2009-06-05 | £122,607 |
| 11 Spital Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £83,995 | 2005-06-10 | £132,782 |
NE64 6SH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst North Nursery School Second Avenue , NE63 0AX | - not rated | 3,089 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor First School Gibson Street , NE64 6UZ | - not rated | 470 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School Central Parkway , NE64 6RT | 3out of 4 | 713 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Moorside First School Woodhorn Road , NE64 6HN | - not rated | 1,126 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Welbeck Community First School Thorntree Gardens , NE63 9TA | - not rated | 1,388 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Bishop's Primary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 3out of 4 | 1,760 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 | 1,680 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hirst High School Lichfield Close , NE63 9RX | - not rated | 1,808 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington High School Green Lane , NE63 8DH | - not rated | 3,987 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 3out of 4 | 3,987 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbiggin Middle School Cleveland Avenue , NE64 6RR | - not rated | 648 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Hirst Church of England Controlled Middle School Norwich Close , NE63 9SA | - not rated | 1,738 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Hirst Church of England Middle School Norwich Close , North Seaton NE63 9SA | - not rated | 1,738 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Middle School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | - not rated | 2,041 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Alexandra Middle School Second Avenue , NE63 9HB | - not rated | 2,491 yd | Community 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 | 2,546 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greybrooks School 10 Argyle Terrace , NE64 6PR | - not rated | 842 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 3out of 4 | 1,614 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambois House School Cambois House School , NE24 1SF | - not rated | 2,337 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverbank School Seaton Colliery , NE63 0XL | - not rated | 2,640 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Ardlea, Station Road End , NE61 6DR | - not rated | 3,580 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 | 957 yd | |
| Artisan Tea Room | 51 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 1,039 yd | |
| The Endeavour Coffee House | 88-90 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 1,083 yd | |
| CeeJays | 66 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newbiggin Bowling Club | Beach Terrace, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 391 yd | |
| The New Ship | 42 Gibson Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 526 yd | |
| Bank House Social Club | Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 842 yd | |
| Newbiggin Masonic Hall | Haven View, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 902 yd | |
| The Ink Spot | 49 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bravo Pizza | 1 Cleveland Avenue, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 541 yd | |
| Ladhar's Fish Bar | 61 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 1,039 yd | |
| China Food | 3a Storey Crescent, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 1,048 yd | |
| Bodrum Kebab House | 84 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 1,083 yd | |
| Flame Pizza | 70 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newbiggin Colliery Welfare (Closed) Cleveland Avenue | grass pitches | 656 yd |
| Grace Darling Campus (Closed) Cleveland Avenue | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Northumberland Church Of England Academy (Grace Darling Campus) CENTRAL PARKWAY | grass pitches | 718 yd |
| Collingwood Road COLLINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 811 yd |
| Newbiggin Sports & Community Centre Woodhorn Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 952 yd |
| The Paddock OAKVILLE | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.