Kells Lane is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE9 5SJ is located in the Low Fell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gateshead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kells Lane, Gateshead, NE9 5SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE9 5SS, NE9 5SQ, NE9 5UG, NE9 5SR, NE9 5UP, NE9 5SP, NE9 5UH, NE9 5XX, NE9 5UQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE9 5SJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 50.5% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47% | 49.5% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 30.7% | 41.5% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.8% | 43.2% | 2.4% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 6.8% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 18.4% | 4.7% | -13.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.4% | 49.8% | 8.4% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 37.4% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 9.6% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 11.3% | 0.7% | -10.6% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 52.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 10% | -17.3% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 4.8% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 9.1% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 4.3% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 16.5% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.5% | 52.8% | 15.3% | 33.8% | 19.0% |
| Other | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.4% | 95% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 99.4% | 95% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.1% | 37.2% | 5.9% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kells Lane was 58.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.7% lower than the High Fell average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Kells Lane has the 31st lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in High Fell and the 277th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Kells Lane, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2024-12-18 | £141,718 |
| 31 Kells Lane, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,750 | 2024-04-02 | £142,596 |
| 75 Kells Lane, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2024-02-02 | £124,350 |
| 28 Kells Lane, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,100 | 2023-02-02 | £151,610 |
| 42 Kells Lane, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2022-07-14 | £109,672 |
NE9 5SJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove , Bensham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 2,255 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 4,271 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 4,376 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 4,628 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Dryden Road , Low Fell NE9 5TU | 4out of 4 | 264 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kells Lane Primary School Kells Lane , Low Fell NE9 5HX | 4out of 4 | 573 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glynwood Community Primary School Glynwood Gardens , NE9 5SY | 4out of 4 | 583 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Hill Community Primary School Carr Hill Road , NE9 5NB | 3out of 4 | 915 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Street Community Primary School Cramer Street , NE8 4BB | 2out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Hume Catholic School Old Durham Road , Beacon Lough NE9 6RZ | 4out of 4 | 1,459 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace College Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | 1out of 4 | 1,699 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , | - not rated | 2,092 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heworth Grange School High Lanes , Felling NE10 0PT | 1out of 4 | 2,959 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Futures UTC Stephenson Square , NE1 3AS | - not rated | 3,576 yd | University technical college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead College Baltic Campus , NE8 3BE | - not rated | 3,200 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 3,979 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dryden School Shotley Gardens , Low Fell NE9 5UR | 4out of 4 | 366 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| River Tyne Academy Gateshead Millway Centre , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | 1out of 4 | 631 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gibside School Shipcote Lane , NE8 4DE | 4out of 4 | 1,301 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,434 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | 3out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | 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 | 284 yd | |
| The Coffee Bean | Waves, The Links | 604 yd | |
| The Nest Cafe & Community Rooms | 417 Durham Road | 696 yd | |
| Stairwayz Cafe | 423 Durham Road | 696 yd | |
| Primavera | 409 Durham Road | 696 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Three Tuns | Three Tuns Hotel, Sheriffs Highway | 236 yd | |
| Gateshead Fell Cricket Club | Eastwood Gardens | 348 yd | |
| Gateshead RUFC | Gateshead Fell Rufc, Eastwood Gardens | 348 yd | |
| Ellison's of Low Fell | 1-3 Dryden Road | 453 yd | |
| The Travellers Rest | Southend Terrace | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Li's Kitchen | 112 Sheriffs Highway | 236 yd | |
| Dragon Place | 138 Sheriffs Highway | 236 yd | |
| Fish Fry | 32 Sheriffs Highway | 284 yd | |
| Bilals | 4 Southend Terrace | 453 yd | |
| Low Fell Pizza | 8a Beaconsfield Road | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Hillheads Road, Whitley Bay | 604 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 457 Durham Road | 750 yd | |
| Heron Frozen Foods Limited | 477 Durham Road | 750 yd | |
| Fayms Express | 485 Durham Road | 789 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | Beacon Lough Road | 1,018 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Universal Gym & Fitness (Closed) Sheriffs Highway | health and fitness suite | 184 yd |
| Gateshead Rugby Club GATESHEAD FELL RUFC GATESHEAD FELL RUFC EASTWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 317 yd |
| Gateshead Fell Cricket Club Eastwood Gardens | grass pitches | 402 yd |
| Carr Hill Reservoir CAUSEWAY | grass pitches | 594 yd |
| Springslite (Low Fell) (Closed) Joicey Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 699 yd |
| Pattinson Gardens Football Pitch CARR HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 903 yd |
| Elgin Centre ELGIN CENTRE ELGIN CENTRE ELGIN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,002 yd |
| Gateshead Cleveland Hall Community Association Beacon Lough Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,090 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 | 195.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.