Fell Cottages is in Springwell, Gateshead and in Sunderland district. NE9 7RN is located in the Washington West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Washington and Sunderland West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fell Cottages, Springwell, Gateshead, NE9 7RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE9 7RL, NE9 7RP, NE9 7RR, NE9 7RJ, NE9 7RH, NE9 7SX, NE9 7RT, NE9 7RQ, NE9 7RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE9 7RN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 51.3% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 46.8% | 48.7% | 1.9% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 7RN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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% | 28.5% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 54% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 4.5% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 10.5% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.6% | 42.4% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 37.9% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 13.8% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.5% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.1% | 15.3% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 10.3% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.7% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 6.9% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 14.3% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.3% | 32% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -1.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.6% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 97.9% | 99.6% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 99.6% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 76.7% | 13.9% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 62.9% | 46.2% | 16.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 1.3% | 6.0% | -4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fell Cottages was 7.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.9% lower than the Washington North average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Fell Cottages has the lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Washington North and the 21st lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% 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 Fell Cottages, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2015-04-10 | £126,149 |
| 2 Fell Cottages, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £84,500 | 2013-10-18 | £123,597 |
| 2 Fell Cottages, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £85,500 | 2003-10-17 | £174,233 |
| 2 Fell Cottages, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £47,950 | 2001-11-02 | £150,700 |
| 2 Fell Cottages, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £36,000 | 1997-04-11 | £137,617 |
NE9 7RN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE9 7RN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 2,768 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 2,869 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell Village Primary School Westfield Crescent , Springwell NE9 7RX | 3out of 4 | 247 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fell Dyke Community Primary School Springwell Road , NE9 7AA | 2out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Washington Primary School Well Bank Road , NE37 1NL | 3out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary, Wrekenton Easington Avenue , Wrekenton NE9 7LH | - not rated | 1,570 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Road Primary School Leam Lane Estate , Felling NE10 8SA | 4out of 4 | 1,965 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 | 2,289 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 1out of 4 | 2,693 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 2,888 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| XP Gateshead Swards Road , | - not rated | 3,033 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 3,379 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 1,507 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,585 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | 3out of 4 | 2,737 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ateres Girls High School Willow Grove , Felling NE10 9PQ | - not rated | 3,716 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| River Tyne Academy Gateshead Millway Centre , Sheriff Hill NE9 5PQ | 1out of 4 | 3,918 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowes Railway | Springwell Road, Springwell | 48 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Guide Post | Claremont Terrace, Springwell | 97 yd | |
| Springwell Social Club | Westfield View, Westfield Crescent | 172 yd | |
| The Ship | The Ship, Mount Road | 724 yd | |
| The Waggon Inn | The Waggon Inn, Galloping Green Road | 751 yd | |
| The Engine Room | Rockcliffe Way | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Rominos | 2 Makepeace Terrace, Gateshead | 57 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Campground SEABURN GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,062 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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 | 129.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 202.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.