We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Portobello in Gateshead from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Portobello older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Portobello and Gateshead? Is Portobello an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Portobello Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Gateshead.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Gateshead | 4.6% | -0.5% |
| North East | 4.3% | -0.5% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 50.58% |
| In Part-Time Work | 25.99% |
| Unemployed | 5.12% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in Portobello and Gateshead
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Portobello either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 60.72 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 39.28 of Portobello residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Birtley | 60.72% | 39.28% |
| Gateshead | 57.99% | 42.01% |
| North East | 60.27% | 39.73% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Portobello has a lower level of home ownership than than the national average.
Portobello compared to other wards in Gateshead
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Whickham South and Sunniside | 81.34% | 18.66% |
| 2 | Low Fell | 79.2% | 20.8% |
| 3 | Dunston Hill and Whickham East | 78.16% | 21.84% |
| 4 | Crawcrook and Greenside | 76% | 24% |
| 5 | Winlaton and High Spen | 72.71% | 27.29% |
| 6 | Ryton, Crookhill and Stella | 70.5% | 29.5% |
| 7 | Wardley and Leam Lane | 64.56% | 35.44% |
| 8 | Whickham North | 64.22% | 35.78% |
| 9 | Chopwell and Rowlands Gill | 61.66% | 38.34% |
| 10 | Birtley | 60.72% | 39.28% |
| 11 | Lamesley | 60.44% | 39.56% |
| 12 | Pelaw and Heworth | 59.81% | 40.19% |
| 13 | Chowdene | 58.99% | 41.01% |
| 14 | Blaydon | 55.47% | 44.53% |
| 15 | Windy Nook and Whitehills | 51.53% | 48.47% |
| 16 | Lobley Hill and Bensham | 49.26% | 50.74% |
| 17 | Saltwell | 45.95% | 54.05% |
| 18 | High Fell | 42.57% | 57.43% |
| 19 | Dunston and Teams | 42.22% | 57.78% |
| 20 | Deckham | 41.51% | 58.49% |
| 21 | Bridges | 35.39% | 64.61% |
| 22 | Felling | 33.96% | 66.04% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Portobello Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Portobello residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | Birtley | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 24.12% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 10.51% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 14.81% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.95% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 16.74% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 22.63% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Portobello & Gateshead Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Portobello in the Gateshead local area district.
Portobello has a lower rate of immigrants than Gateshead, the North East region and England as a whole.| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Birtley | 94.48% | 5.52% |
| Gateshead | 92.57% | 7.43% |
| North East | 93.23% | 6.77% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Portobello compared to other wards in Gateshead
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bridges | 77.61% | 22.39% |
| 2 | Saltwell | 81.08% | 18.92% |
| 3 | Lobley Hill and Bensham | 86.56% | 13.44% |
| 4 | Dunston and Teams | 86.71% | 13.29% |
| 5 | Felling | 87.57% | 12.43% |
| 6 | Deckham | 88.74% | 11.26% |
| 7 | High Fell | 90.84% | 9.16% |
| 8 | Birtley | 94.48% | 5.52% |
| 9 | Lamesley | 94.64% | 5.36% |
| 10 | Pelaw and Heworth | 95.07% | 4.93% |
| 11 | Low Fell | 95.32% | 4.68% |
| 12 | Chowdene | 95.64% | 4.36% |
| 13 | Whickham North | 95.77% | 4.23% |
| 14 | Windy Nook and Whitehills | 95.97% | 4.03% |
| 15 | Chopwell and Rowlands Gill | 96.04% | 3.96% |
| 16 | Wardley and Leam Lane | 96.19% | 3.81% |
| 17 | Dunston Hill and Whickham East | 96.36% | 3.64% |
| 18 | Ryton, Crookhill and Stella | 96.44% | 3.56% |
| 19 | Blaydon | 96.64% | 3.36% |
| 20 | Whickham South and Sunniside | 97.27% | 2.73% |
| 21 | Winlaton and High Spen | 97.34% | 2.66% |
| 22 | Crawcrook and Greenside | 97.5% | 2.5% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Portobello Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Birtley.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Portobello?
The largest employment sector in Portobello is Professional Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Process Plant & Machine Operatives.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Professional Occupations | 14.83% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 11.83% |
| Elementary Occupations | 11.69% |
| Skilled Trades | 11.13% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 10.57% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 9.98% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 9.96% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 9.39% |
Portobello Health Statistics
Birtley has a significantly lower proportion of residents (>5%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birtley | 40.39% | 35.34% | 16.29% | 6.37% | 1.61% |
| Gateshead | 43.75% | 33.53% | 15.35% | 5.67% | 1.7% |
| North East | 44.58% | 33.46% | 14.95% | 5.41% | 1.61% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Portobello and Gateshead?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Gateshead including Portobello. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Gateshead Total | 0 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
