Fosse Terrace is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE9 5QL 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 Fosse Terrace, Gateshead, NE9 5QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE9 5PJ, NE9 5QE, NE9 5PX, NE9 5PY, NE9 5UE, NE9 5UQ, NE9 5PH, NE9 5PN, NE9 5QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE9 5QL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 53.3% | 47.6% | -5.7% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 46.7% | 52.4% | 5.7% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 5QL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.8% 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 | 42.8% | 46.8% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.3% | 29.7% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -14.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 4.5% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 15.8% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 3.2% | -5.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 44.7% | 43.1% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 21.6% | 29.7% | 8.1% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 15.7% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 11.8% | 8.8% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.6% | 26.6% | -17.0% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 12.6% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 21.6% | 7.2% | 13.4% | 8.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 13.1% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 15.3% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 4.9% | 4.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 2.5% | 4.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.2% | 80.8% | -15.4% | 81.4% | -0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0.6% | 3.9% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
In this area, 82.5% 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 | 95.6% | 82.5% | -13.1% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 2.7% | 4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 6.2% | 3.8% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 83% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13.1% | 13.1% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.1% | 76.7% | -4.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 42% | 46.2% | -4.2% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 9.8% | 6.5% | 3.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fosse Terrace was 60.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.4% lower than the Bridges average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fosse Terrace has the 28th lowest crime rate of 116 local areas in Bridges and the 337th lowest crime rate of 692 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Fosse Terrace, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2025-12-19 | £121,614 |
| 2 Fosse Terrace, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2024-11-15 | £143,806 |
| 17 Fosse Terrace, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2024-06-03 | £74,925 |
| 5 Fosse Terrace, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2013-02-01 | £85,772 |
| 3 Fosse Terrace, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,500 | 2008-07-15 | £131,007 |
NE9 5QL area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 10% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in NE9 5QL 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 | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Unemployed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 2,352 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | - not rated | 3,897 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | - not rated | 4,453 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 97-101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 3out of 4 | 4,650 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 | 526 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 | 546 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 | 546 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glynwood Community Primary School Glynwood Gardens , NE9 5SY | - not rated | 782 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Fell County Junior School Kells Lane , Low Fell NE9 5HX | - not rated | 863 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 | 904 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyndhurst Comprehensive School Beacon Lough Road , NE9 6TA | - not rated | 1,280 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Hume Catholic School Old Durham Road , Beacon Lough NE9 6RZ | - not rated | 1,352 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 | 1,352 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , NE10 9UZ | - not rated | 1,707 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 | 2,999 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 3,978 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle College Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,130 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newcastle Sixth Form College Westmorland Road , NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,187 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 | 336 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Behaviour Support Millway Centre , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | - not rated | 336 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Fell School Millway , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | - not rated | 336 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dryden School Shotley Gardens , Low Fell NE9 5UR | 4out of 4 | 507 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Musgrave School 335 Durham Road , Low Fell NE9 5AJ | - not rated | 801 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 | 141 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue | 658 yd | |
| The Nest Cafe at the Elgin Centre | The Elgin Centre, Elgin Road | 679 yd | |
| The Coffee Bean | Waves, The Links | 877 yd | |
| The Nest Cafe & Community Rooms | 417 Durham Road | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Three Tuns | Three Tuns Hotel, Sheriffs Highway | 303 yd | |
| Greencroft Social Club | Field House, Windy Nook Road | 469 yd | |
| Gateshead Fell Cricket Club | Eastwood Gardens | 520 yd | |
| Gateshead RUFC | Gateshead Fell Rufc, Eastwood Gardens | 520 yd | |
| The Travellers Rest | Southend Terrace | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Fry | 32 Sheriffs Highway | 141 yd | |
| Li's Kitchen | 112 Sheriffs Highway | 303 yd | |
| Dragon Place | 138 Sheriffs Highway | 303 yd | |
| Bilals | 4 Southend Terrace | 537 yd | |
| Subway | Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Hillheads Road, Whitley Bay | 877 yd | |
| Tesco | Cooperative Terrace | 883 yd | |
| Syo Store Ltd | 1 Wellfield Terrace | 974 yd | |
| Fayms Express | 145 Balmoral Drive | 1,009 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 457 Durham Road | 1,071 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Universal Gym & Fitness (Closed) Sheriffs Highway | health and fitness suite | 191 yd |
| Carr Hill Reservoir CAUSEWAY | grass pitches | 299 yd |
| Gateshead Rugby Club GATESHEAD FELL RUFC GATESHEAD FELL RUFC EASTWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 421 yd |
| Gateshead Fell Cricket Club Eastwood Gardens | grass pitches | 489 yd |
| Pattinson Gardens Football Pitch CARR HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 595 yd |
| Elgin Centre ELGIN CENTRE ELGIN CENTRE ELGIN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 681 yd |
| Springslite (Low Fell) (Closed) Joicey Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 958 yd |
| Life Health And Fitness Ltd 187-193 187-193 DURHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,091 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 142.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.