Kenwood Gardens is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE9 6PN is located in the Chowdene electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gateshead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kenwood Gardens, Gateshead, NE9 6PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE9 6PL, NE9 6PJ, NE9 7TH, NE9 7TJ, NE9 6UQ, NE9 6BG, NE9 6UP, NE9 7TL, NE9 6PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE9 6PN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% 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 | 54.3% | 53.9% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 45.7% | 46.1% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE9 6PN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65% 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 | 24.4% | 21.2% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -16.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 65% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 20.8% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 6.9% | 3.0% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 6.9% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 54.7% | 44% | -10.7% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 40.3% | 6.4% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 12.8% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 6PN this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.6% | 9.8% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 14.6% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 13.2% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 8.3% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.1% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 36.1% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 2.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| White | 95.3% | 96.7% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
In this area, 96.7% 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% | 96.7% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 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% | 96.7% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 76.7% | 13.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kenwood Gardens was 16.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.1% lower than the Chowdene average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Kenwood Gardens has the 5th lowest crime rate of 65 local areas in Chowdene and the 73rd lowest crime rate of 692 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Kenwood Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £332,500 | 2023-08-23 | £348,193 |
| 9 Kenwood Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-02-25 | £293,227 |
| 8 Kenwood Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2018-03-09 | £228,962 |
| 9 Kenwood Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2017-09-15 | £310,130 |
| 8 Kenwood Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2017-03-27 | £231,163 |
NE9 6PN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,880 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 4,643 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlow Green Junior School Harlow Green Lane , NE9 7TB | - not rated | 155 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlow Green Community Primary School Harlow Green Lane , NE9 7TB | 3out of 4 | 177 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlow Green Community Infant School Waverley Road , NE9 7TU | - not rated | 290 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Harlow Green Off Pickering Green , Harlow Green NE9 7HX | 3out of 4 | 490 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Off Pickering Green , Harlow Green NE9 7HX | - not rated | 490 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyndhurst Comprehensive School Beacon Lough Road , NE9 6TA | - not rated | 1,056 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Swan Academy Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Swan School Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Breckenbeds Junior High School Saltwell Road South , Low Fell NE9 6LE | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace College Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | 2out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,202 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cedars Academy Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | 3out of 4 | 495 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars School Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | - not rated | 495 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Joicey Road School Joicey Road , Low Fell NE9 5AT | - not rated | 1,997 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Musgrave School 335 Durham Road , Low Fell NE9 5AJ | - not rated | 2,105 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumbric Springwell Community Hub , Lanchester Avenue NE9 7AL | - not rated | 2,165 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melts | 15 Flexbury Gardens | 142 yd | |
| The Cedars Academy | Ivy Lane | 578 yd | |
| Pie in the Sky | Angel Court | 792 yd | |
| The Restaurant at Ravensworth Golf Club | Ravensworth Golf Club, Long Bank | 907 yd | |
| Southend Deli | 119 Southend Road | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allerdene Social Club | Trafford | 331 yd | |
| The Stone Trough | 774 Durham Road | 409 yd | |
| Beer Drop Ltd | 12 Ivy Lane | 506 yd | |
| The Gold Medal | Chowdene Bank | 853 yd | |
| Ravensworth Golf Club Clubhouse | Long Bank | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhillons Golden Fry | 5 Trafford | 331 yd | |
| Park Lane Chinese Take Away | 35 Wetheral Gardens | 476 yd | |
| Angel Fish Bar | 717 Durham Road | 916 yd | |
| Rainbow Chop Suey House | 52 Beacon Lough Road | 1,014 yd | |
| Pizza Cottage | 668 Durham Road | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 1-3 Trafford | 331 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | Beacon Lough Road | 1,014 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harlow Green Primary School HARLOW GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 141 yd |
| Oakfield Infant School CHOWDENE BANK | grass pitches | 875 yd |
| The New Rec At Black Lane SEAHAM GARDENS | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Peggys Bank EASEDALE GARDENS | grass pitches | 967 yd |
| Gateshead Cleveland Hall Community Association Beacon Lough Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 968 yd |
| Lyndhurst Centre (Closed) Beacon Lough Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 980 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 200.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.