Dawlish Gardens is in Gateshead and in Gateshead district. NE9 6XD 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 Dawlish Gardens, Gateshead, NE9 6XD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE9 6XB, NE9 6XE, NE9 6UL, NE9 6XP, NE9 6XA, NE9 6NW, NE9 7TA, NE9 6UY, NE9 6YZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE9 6XD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.9% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.1% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 6XD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.3% 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 | 21.6% | 27.9% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 60.3% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 16.1% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 5.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 4.8% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 49.5% | 55.6% | 6.1% | 48.4% | 7.2% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 32.5% | -4.7% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 8.2% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 6XD this area, 8.6% 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 | 15.3% | 8.6% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7.3% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 15.1% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 10.3% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 18.5% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 37.5% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 3.7% |
| Other | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.5% | 99.2% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 99.3% | 98.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 60.8% | 46.2% | 14.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dawlish Gardens was 13.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.6% lower than the Chowdene average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Dawlish Gardens has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 65 local areas in Chowdene and the 44th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Dawlish Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-07-21 | £204,743 |
| 20 Dawlish Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,581 | 2020-08-03 | £181,820 |
| 2 Dawlish Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2017-12-01 | £217,973 |
| 23 Dawlish Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £219,950 | 2016-02-26 | £289,909 |
| 5 Dawlish Gardens, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2015-06-10 | £228,515 |
NE9 6XD 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bensham Grove Nursery School Sidney Grove , Bensham NE8 2XD | 4out of 4 | 3,476 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 5,146 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cruddas Park Early Years Centre Brunel Terrace , NE4 7NL | 3out of 4 | 5,451 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Infant School Chowdene Bank , Low Fell NE9 6JH | 4out of 4 | 352 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Junior School Chowdene Bank , NE9 6JH | 3out of 4 | 455 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlow Green Community Primary School Harlow Green Lane , NE9 7TB | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Off Pickering Green , Harlow Green NE9 7HX | 3out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kells Lane Primary School Kells Lane , Low Fell NE9 5HX | 4out of 4 | 1,300 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace College Saltwell Road South , NE9 6LE | 1out of 4 | 624 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Hume Catholic School Old Durham Road , Beacon Lough NE9 6RZ | 4out of 4 | 2,088 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , | - not rated | 3,332 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heworth Grange School High Lanes , Felling NE10 0PT | 1out of 4 | 4,215 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 4,467 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,951 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| NCG Rye Hill Campus , Scotswood Road NE4 7SA | - not rated | 5,311 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 | 551 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dryden School Shotley Gardens , Low Fell NE9 5UR | 4out of 4 | 2,097 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,410 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| River Tyne Academy Gateshead Millway Centre , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | 1out of 4 | 2,459 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gibside School Shipcote Lane , NE8 4DE | 4out of 4 | 2,907 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cedars Academy | Ivy Lane | 441 yd | |
| Melts | 15 Flexbury Gardens | 562 yd | |
| La Cucina | O383c, Jedburgh Court, Eleventh Avenue North | 937 yd | |
| LaDolce Cucina | O383b, Jedburgh Court, Eleventh Avenue North | 937 yd | |
| Southend Deli | 119 Southend Road | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stone Trough | 774 Durham Road | 158 yd | |
| Beer Drop Ltd | 12 Ivy Lane | 426 yd | |
| The Gold Medal | Chowdene Bank | 436 yd | |
| Thomas Wilson Working Mens Club | 16a Chowdene Bank | 602 yd | |
| Allerdene Social Club | Trafford | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lane Chinese Take Away | 35 Wetheral Gardens | 598 yd | |
| Dhillons Golden Fry | 5 Trafford | 606 yd | |
| Angel Fish Bar | 717 Durham Road | 621 yd | |
| Pizza Cottage | 668 Durham Road | 750 yd | |
| Sandwich Hut | Unit 17, Douglas Court, Eleventh Avenue North | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 1-3 Trafford | 606 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Eleventh Avenue | 797 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | Beacon Lough Road | 954 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Infant School CHOWDENE BANK | grass pitches | 455 yd |
| Harlow Green Primary School HARLOW GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Joseph Swan Academy JOSEPH SWAN ACADEMY JOSEPH SWAN ACADEMY SALTWELL ROAD SOUTH | grass pitches | 681 yd |
| Gateshead Cleveland Hall Community Association Beacon Lough Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Lyndhurst Centre (Closed) Beacon Lough Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 984 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 | 126.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.