About Ayton

Ayton is a small settlement located in the county of Tyne and Wear, in the north-east of England. It lies within the wider area of North Tyneside, close to the town of Whitley Bay. The village is situated near the coast, offering views of the North Sea and access to nearby beaches. Ayton is part of the NE38 postcode area, which covers several residential and coastal communities in the region. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. It is well-connected by road and rail, with nearby transport links providing access to Newcastle upon Tyne and other local towns. Ayton is known for its community spirit and local amenities, including schools and recreational spaces. Its coastal position makes it a popular spot for walking and leisure activities, particularly along the nearby shoreline.

School Ratings in Ayton

Families in Ayton have access to 149 local schools. Oxclose Nursery School and St John Boste Catholic Primary School, Washington are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ayton

Homes sell for an average of £235K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £112K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ayton

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ayton, with 60 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ayton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ayton around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ayton

Ayton benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,366 sales

Average Price £235K
£240 — £52.96M
Detached £301K 816
Semi £158K 874
Terraced £112K 1,182
Flat £68K 336

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

93 Primary
13 Secondary
43 Other
Holley Park Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles Oxclose Community Academy Secondary 0.5 miles Ravensworth Terrace Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Portobello Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Washington (Oxclose) 0.6 miles Oxclose Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.6 miles Oxclose Primary Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Secondary 0.6 miles Lambton Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St John Boste Catholic Primary School, Washington Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles Blackfell Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley Primary 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ayton IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Ayton are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
8/10
6,693 Children (0-15) 17%
23,457 Working Age 60%
12,168 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ayton 158 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Ayton is around the national average, with anti-social behaviour representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

60 Anti-Social Behaviour
35 Violence & Sexual Offences
15 Shoplifting
14 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Other Crime
7 Vehicle Crime
6 Other Theft
5 Burglary
3 Drugs
2 Public Order
2 Theft from Person
1 Weapons
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Chester-Le-Street Train Station 2.8 miles
Heworth Train Station 4.1 miles
Dunston Train Station 5.2 miles
Manors Train Station 5.9 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 6.1 miles
Sunderland Train Station 7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Portobello 0 yards Lambton 0.6 miles Birtley 0.9 miles Barley Mow 0.9 miles Harraton 0.9 miles Oxclose 0.9 miles Blackfell 0.9 miles Biddick 1.2 miles Rickleton 1.2 miles Fatfield 1.4 miles Washington Village 1.4 miles Glebe 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Sunderland
Ward Washington South
Constituency Washington and Sunderland West
Parish Sunderland, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in NE38 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Albert Place 1 Alderwood 1 Allenhead 1 Alnwick Court 1 Alston Road 1 Alwin 1 Ash Meadows 1 Athelhampton 1 Autumn Close 2 Avebury Drive 7 Ayton Road 1 Ballston Close 1 Bamburgh Close 4 Barmston Close 1 Barmston Lane 1 Barmston Road 1 Barmston Way 7 Barningham 1 Barrington Drive 1 Beauly 1 Beaumont Drive 1 Beckford 1 Bedburn 1 Bede Crescent 2 Beech Square 2 Bell Street 2 Belsay 1 Belton Close 1 Belvoir Close 2

Postcodes in NE38 50 shown View all postcodes

NE38 0AB NE38 0AD NE38 0AE NE38 0AF NE38 0AH NE38 0AJ NE38 0AL NE38 0AN NE38 0AQ NE38 0AT NE38 0AX NE38 0AY NE38 0BW NE38 0DA NE38 0DB NE38 0DD NE38 0DE NE38 0DF NE38 0DG NE38 0DH NE38 0DL NE38 0DP NE38 0DQ NE38 0DR NE38 0DS NE38 0DU NE38 0DW NE38 0DX NE38 0DY NE38 0DZ NE38 0EA NE38 0EB NE38 0ED NE38 0EE NE38 0EF NE38 0EG NE38 0EH NE38 0EJ NE38 0EL NE38 0EN NE38 0EP NE38 0EQ NE38 0ER NE38 0ES NE38 0ET NE38 0EW NE38 0EX NE38 0EZ NE38 0HA NE38 0HB