The Croft is in North Sunderland, Seahouses and in Berwick-Upon-Tweed district. NE68 7XA is located in the Bamburgh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Berwick-upon-Tweed. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Croft, North Sunderland, Seahouses, NE68 7XA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE68 7UJ, NE68 7TX, NE68 7UW, NE68 7WG, NE68 7UB, NE68 7UD, NE68 7US, NE68 7TU, NE68 7WJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE68 7XA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% 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 | 50.8% | 54.8% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 49.2% | 45.2% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE68 7XA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.8% | 23% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 56% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 9.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 9.7% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 45.5% | 38% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 36% | 41.1% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 14% | 15.2% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.7% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.9% | 16% | -8.9% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 8.9% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 16.6% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 9.6% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 17.3% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.7% | 29.4% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.9% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98.4% | 98% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 97.7% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28% | 37.2% | -9.2% |
| Christian | 67.5% | 46.2% | 21.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Croft was 13.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% lower than the Bamburgh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Croft has the 7th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Bamburgh and the 116th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Croft, Seahouses, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2005-07-27 | £348,654 |
| 3 The Croft, Seahouses, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2003-05-19 | £339,050 |
| 1 The Croft, Seahouses, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 1996-07-18 | £306,707 |
NE68 7XA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NE68 7XA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE68 7XA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 126 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 28 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahouses Primary School James Street , NE68 7YF | 3out of 4 | 731 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insieme | 52a Main Street, North Sunderland | 973 yd | |
| Elan Pizzeria | 68 Main Street, North Sunderland | 973 yd | |
| Spice House | 52 Main Street, North Sunderland | 973 yd | |
| Seahouses Development Trust | 69 Stone Close, Seahouses | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farne Lodge | 145 Main Street, North Sunderland | 306 yd | |
| Seahouses & District Social Club | 126 Main Street, North Sunderland | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seahouses Chinese Takeaway | 55 Main Street, North Sunderland | 1,038 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seahouses Middle School (Closed) James Street | grass pitches | 630 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.