Watling Place is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE9 6QU is located in the High Fell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gateshead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Watling Place, Gateshead, NE9 6QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE9 6QT, NE9 6QS, NE9 6QP, NE9 6SR, NE9 6QQ, NE9 6RD, NE9 6QN, NE9 5QT, NE9 6QR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE9 6QU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 49.2% | 52.7% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 50.8% | 47.3% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 6QU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45% 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 | 46.4% | 45% | -1.4% | 37.9% | 7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.4% | 35% | 4.6% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 15% | 10.5% | -4.5% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 38.1% | 40.7% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 34.9% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 14.3% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 7.4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
In the area around NE9 6QU this area, 36.5% 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.6% | 36.5% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 18.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 13.8% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.8% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 15.8% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 14.8% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.5% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.4% 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% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 2.8% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 3.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 2.5% | 3.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 93.3% | 81.4% | -11.9% | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 87.2% 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 | 94% | 87.2% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.1% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 4.7% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 87.2% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.4% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.4% | 76.7% | -6.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 27.6% | 13.5% | 14.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 7.4% | 6.5% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Watling Place was 128.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.0% lower than the High Fell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Watling Place has the 15th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in High Fell and the 200th highest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Watling Place, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £51,000 | 2005-04-26 | £80,208 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 2,598 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkchester Road Nursery School Monkchester Road , Walker NE6 2LJ | 4out of 4 | 4,081 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 4,710 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Nursery School 101 Elswick Road , Elswick NE4 6JR | 4out of 4 | 4,924 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glynwood Community Primary School Glynwood Gardens , NE9 5SY | 4out of 4 | 543 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Dryden Road , Low Fell NE9 5TU | 4out of 4 | 669 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Hill Community Primary School Carr Hill Road , NE9 5NB | 3out of 4 | 728 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kells Lane Primary School Kells Lane , Low Fell NE9 5HX | 4out of 4 | 877 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkspur Community Primary School Beacon Lough East , NE9 6SS | 3out of 4 | 1,219 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 | 1,090 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , | - not rated | 1,678 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace College Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | 1out of 4 | 1,966 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heworth Grange School High Lanes , Felling NE10 0PT | 1out of 4 | 2,556 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Futures UTC Stephenson Square , NE1 3AS | - not rated | 3,797 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 | 3,286 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 4,256 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 | 1out of 4 | 624 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dryden School Shotley Gardens , Low Fell NE9 5UR | 4out of 4 | 701 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,015 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | 3out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gibside School Shipcote Lane , NE8 4DE | 4out of 4 | 1,564 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue | 304 yd | |
| L'Orbetello Pizza | 50 Sheriffs Highway | 469 yd | |
| The Nest Cafe at the Elgin Centre | The Elgin Centre, Elgin Road | 921 yd | |
| Southend Deli | 119 Southend Road | 986 yd | |
| The Coffee Bean | Waves, The Links | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greencroft Social Club | Field House, Windy Nook Road | 110 yd | |
| The Three Tuns | Three Tuns Hotel, Sheriffs Highway | 195 yd | |
| The Travellers Rest | Southend Terrace | 229 yd | |
| Sutherlands | Stone Street | 739 yd | |
| Gateshead Fell Cricket Club | Eastwood Gardens | 756 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Li's Kitchen | 112 Sheriffs Highway | 195 yd | |
| Dragon Place | 138 Sheriffs Highway | 195 yd | |
| Bilals | 4 Southend Terrace | 229 yd | |
| Subway | Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue | 304 yd | |
| Fish Fry | 32 Sheriffs Highway | 469 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Cooperative Terrace | 773 yd | |
| Syo Store Ltd | 1 Wellfield Terrace | 901 yd | |
| Morrisons | Hillheads Road, Whitley Bay | 1,025 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | Beacon Lough Road | 1,051 yd | |
| Fayms Express | 145 Balmoral Drive | 1,094 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Universal Gym & Fitness (Closed) Sheriffs Highway | health and fitness suite | 274 yd |
| Carr Hill Reservoir CAUSEWAY | grass pitches | 357 yd |
| Gateshead Rugby Club GATESHEAD FELL RUFC GATESHEAD FELL RUFC EASTWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Gateshead Fell Cricket Club Eastwood Gardens | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| Furrowfield School FURROWFIELD SCHOOL FURROWFIELD SCHOOL WHITEHILL DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 836 yd |
| Pattinson Gardens Football Pitch CARR HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 873 yd |
| Elgin Centre ELGIN CENTRE ELGIN CENTRE ELGIN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 923 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.