South Street is in Seahouses and in Berwick-Upon-Tweed district. NE68 7RB is located in the Bamburgh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Berwick-upon-Tweed. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Street, Seahouses, NE68 7RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE68 7RS, NE68 7RP, NE68 7RR, NE68 7RW, NE68 7RT, NE68 7RU, NE68 7RY, NE68 7RX, NE68 7SA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE68 7RB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.9% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.1% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 18.4% | 21.4% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 50% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 12.2% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 11.2% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 31.9% | 31.1% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -17.3% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 43.5% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 9.9% |
| Fair health | 21.4% | 20.1% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.3% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 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 | 27.2% | 23.2% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 10.3% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 16% | 5.1% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 9.3% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 12.9% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 26.8% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 8.4% | 1.5% | -6.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
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, 98.6% 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 | 97.7% | 98.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.9% | 37.2% | -9.3% |
| Christian | 64.4% | 46.2% | 18.2% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Street was 60.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.1% higher than the Bamburgh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Bamburgh and the 518th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 The Old Smokery South Street, Seahouses, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-08-30 | £339,492 |
| Greenlee House Thorburns Yard South Street, Seahouses, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2024-06-27 | £349,699 |
| 3 The Old Smokery South Street, Seahouses, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-01-26 | £296,292 |
| Ladyburn House Thorburns Yard South Street, Seahouses, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-03-26 | £312,727 |
| 5 The Old Smokery South Street, Seahouses, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-02-23 | £182,690 |
NE68 7RB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 NE68 7RB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahouses Primary School James Street , NE68 7YF | 3out of 4 | 783 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosemary's | 13 Main Street, North Sunderland | 271 yd | |
| Hook | 19 Main Street, North Sunderland | 271 yd | |
| Neptunes Fish Bar | 3 Seafield Road, Seahouses | 322 yd | |
| The Bunker | Seafield Road, Seahouses | 347 yd | |
| Indian Brasserie NE Ltd | 40 Main Street, North Sunderland | 352 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Swan | 2 Union Street, Seahouses | 57 yd | |
| Schooner Inn | 28 North Street, Seahouses | 162 yd | |
| Bamburgh Castle Inn | Seafield Road, Seahouses | 308 yd | |
| The Real Taste of Northumberland | Seahouses | 638 yd | |
| Seahouses & District Social Club | 126 Main Street, North Sunderland | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Kebab | 2 King Street, Seahouses | 365 yd | |
| Seahouses Chinese Takeaway | 55 Main Street, North Sunderland | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 41 Main Street, North Sunderland | 325 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Ocean Club SEAFIELD OCEAN CLUB SEAFIELD OCEAN CLUB SEAFIELD CARAVAN PARK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 471 yd |
| Seahouses Golf Club | golf | 635 yd |
| Seahouses Middle School (Closed) James Street | grass pitches | 871 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 | 58.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.07 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.07 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.