Gibson Street is in Newbiggin-By-The-Sea and in Wansbeck district. NE64 6UW is located in the Newbiggin Central and East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wansbeck. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gibson Street, Newbiggin-by-the-sea, NE64 6UW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE64 6UL, NE64 6UH, NE64 6UJ, NE64 6UZ, NE64 6UN, NE64 6PE, NE64 6PB, NE64 6UT, NE64 6US.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE64 6UW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.1% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.9% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 34.5% | 26.5% | -8.0% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 46.3% | 4.8% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 15% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 7.1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 41.6% | 40.5% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 32.1% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 20.6% | 20.9% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 8.2% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.9% | 19.4% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 12.2% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 16.7% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 13.9% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 29.6% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 4.4% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.1% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 98.5% | 97.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 97.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 50.9% | 46.2% | 4.7% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gibson Street was 96.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.4% lower than the Newbiggin Central and East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gibson Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Newbiggin Central and East and the 360th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Gibson Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2019-10-04 | £249,951 |
| 36 Gibson Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-10-19 | £223,524 |
| 36 Gibson Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2018-03-16 | £147,778 |
| 14 Gibson Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2014-05-29 | £286,518 |
| 38 Gibson Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2013-12-02 | £193,460 |
NE64 6UW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE64 6UW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 593 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Bishop's Primary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 2,129 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LP | - not rated | 2,358 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | 3out of 4 | 2,370 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Primary School Milburn Road , NE63 0AX | 2out of 4 | 3,374 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 | 2,050 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 4,299 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 | 1,976 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 3,810 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 3,951 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 | 4,450 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artisan Tea Room | 51 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 518 yd | |
| Newbiggin Sports and Community Hub | Woodhorn Road, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 549 yd | |
| The Endeavour Coffee House | 88-90 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 564 yd | |
| CeeJays | 66 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 564 yd | |
| Newbiggin by the Sea Sailing Club | 1 Bridge Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Ship | 42 Gibson Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 2 yd | |
| Bank House Social Club | Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 325 yd | |
| Newbiggin Bowling Club | Beach Terrace, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 362 yd | |
| Newbiggin Masonic Hall | Haven View, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 380 yd | |
| The Ink Spot | 49 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bravo Pizza | 1 Cleveland Avenue, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 227 yd | |
| Ladhar's Fish Bar | 61 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 518 yd | |
| Bodrum Kebab House | 84 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 564 yd | |
| Flame Pizza | 70 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 564 yd | |
| The Front Fish & Chips Ltd | 104 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 680 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 87 Front Street, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea | 687 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newbiggin Sports & Community Centre Woodhorn Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 542 yd |
| Newbiggin Colliery Welfare (Closed) Cleveland Avenue | grass pitches | 554 yd |
| Collingwood Road COLLINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 623 yd |
| Grace Darling Campus (Closed) Cleveland Avenue | grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Northumberland Church Of England Academy (Grace Darling Campus) CENTRAL PARKWAY | grass pitches | 694 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 | 38.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 59.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 59.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.