Pottersway is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE9 5QE is located in the Deckham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gateshead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pottersway, Gateshead, NE9 5QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE9 5QL, NE9 5PY, NE9 5PN, NE9 5PH, NE9 5PJ, NE9 5UE, NE9 5PX, NE9 5QA, NE9 5UJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE9 5QE has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47% | 47.1% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 53% | 52.9% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE9 5QE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.8% | 49.1% | -1.7% | 37.9% | 11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.7% | 31.7% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 8.7% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 9% | 5.7% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.3% | 35.1% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -13.3% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 33% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 20.3% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 6.5% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 5.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 4.0% |
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.
In the area around NE9 5QE this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.2% | 30% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 12.2% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 12.2% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 6.5% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15.2% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 8% | 20% | 12.0% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 6% | 3.9% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96% | 88% | -8.0% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 88% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 88% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 6% | 1.7% | -4.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 88.3% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 5.5% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 5.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 30.4% | 13.5% | 16.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 9.3% | 6.5% | 2.8% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pottersway was 129.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.6% lower than the Bridges average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pottersway has the 51st highest crime rate of 116 local areas in Bridges and the 158th highest crime rate of 692 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Pottersway, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2013-06-28 | £140,521 |
| 25 Pottersway, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2006-02-03 | £156,200 |
The percentage of student residents living in NE9 5QE area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove and Carr Hill Road , Bensham and Deckham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 2,309 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | - not rated | 3,828 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,404 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 4,593 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carr Hill Community Primary School Carr Hill Road , NE9 5NB | 3out of 4 | 463 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell Dryden Road , Low Fell NE9 5TU | 3out of 4 | 566 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Dryden Road , Low Fell NE9 5TU | - not rated | 566 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glynwood Community Primary School Glynwood Gardens , NE9 5SY | - not rated | 861 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Fell County Junior School Kells Lane , Low Fell NE9 5HX | - not rated | 921 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathfield Senior High School Durham Road , NE9 5AS | - not rated | 915 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyndhurst Comprehensive School Beacon Lough Road , NE9 6TA | - not rated | 1,360 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Hume Catholic School Old Durham Road , Beacon Lough NE9 6RZ | - not rated | 1,410 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead Old Durham Road , Beacon Lough NE9 6RZ | 4out of 4 | 1,410 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , NE10 9UZ | - not rated | 1,709 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 2,921 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 3,918 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,071 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,125 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Tyne Academy Gateshead Millway Centre , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | 3out of 4 | 258 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Behaviour Support Millway Centre , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | - not rated | 258 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Fell School Millway , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | - not rated | 258 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dryden School Shotley Gardens , Low Fell NE9 5UR | 4out of 4 | 502 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Musgrave School 335 Durham Road , Low Fell NE9 5AJ | - not rated | 823 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| L'Orbetello Pizza | 50 Sheriffs Highway | 153 yd | |
| The Nest Cafe at the Elgin Centre | The Elgin Centre, Elgin Road | 605 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue | 716 yd | |
| The Coffee Bean | Waves, The Links | 912 yd | |
| Spice Connection | 248 Durham Road | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Three Tuns | Three Tuns Hotel, Sheriffs Highway | 383 yd | |
| Greencroft Social Club | Field House, Windy Nook Road | 536 yd | |
| Gateshead Fell Cricket Club | Eastwood Gardens | 540 yd | |
| Gateshead RUFC | Gateshead Fell Rufc, Eastwood Gardens | 540 yd | |
| The Plough | Plough Inn Public House, Old Durham Road | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Fry | 32 Sheriffs Highway | 153 yd | |
| Li's Kitchen | 112 Sheriffs Highway | 383 yd | |
| Dragon Place | 138 Sheriffs Highway | 383 yd | |
| Bilals | 4 Southend Terrace | 613 yd | |
| Subway | Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Cooperative Terrace | 876 yd | |
| Morrisons | Hillheads Road, Whitley Bay | 912 yd | |
| Syo Store Ltd | 1 Wellfield Terrace | 957 yd | |
| Fayms Express | 145 Balmoral Drive | 958 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 187-193 Durham Road | 1,035 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Universal Gym & Fitness (Closed) Sheriffs Highway | health and fitness suite | 270 yd |
| Carr Hill Reservoir CAUSEWAY | grass pitches | 293 yd |
| Gateshead Rugby Club GATESHEAD FELL RUFC GATESHEAD FELL RUFC EASTWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 432 yd |
| Gateshead Fell Cricket Club Eastwood Gardens | grass pitches | 491 yd |
| Pattinson Gardens Football Pitch CARR HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 517 yd |
| Elgin Centre ELGIN CENTRE ELGIN CENTRE ELGIN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 607 yd |
| Springslite (Low Fell) (Closed) Joicey Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 987 yd |
| Life Health And Fitness Ltd 187-193 187-193 DURHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,031 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.