NE44 is a postcode district in Northumberland, North East, covering 86 active and 11 retired postcodes.
The largest share of NE44 (29%) is characterised by a well-established rural village with a predominantly older farming community, alongside a mature neighbourhood of self-reliant retirees, typically owner-occupied (23%). A further 16% of the district is made up of a picturesque rural retirement spot — large homes, older residents, very low crime. This mix of 5 distinct neighbourhood types makes NE44 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in NE44 are around £636k, up 28.1% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across NE44 is moderate at 80 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. The district has a mature, established population with an average age of 51 — predominantly owner-occupied, quiet, and low-turnover.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full NE44 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
Area Analysis Northumberland, North East
NE44 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the NE44 postcode area.
groups
Population960
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Avg Age51
payments
Avg Income£ 0 /yr
work
Employed39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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10/10family_restroomFamily
10/10favoriteHealth
1/10workEmployment
2/10diversity_3Diversity
1/10paymentsAffluence
5/10directions_transitTransit
6/10homeHome Ownership
10/10trending_upInvestment
10/10psychology
Area Character
NE44 is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £636k, 89% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £636k. Property prices are trending up 28.1% year-on-year.
home £636,960 median price
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%
Economic Activity
39%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
Violence and sexual offences49
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour5
Other theft5
Other crime4
school Local Schools
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Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School
Outstanding68 pupils
storefront Nearby Amenities
hotel
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Shepherds Dene Retreat
local_bar
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Wellington Hotel
restaurant
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Deli @ The Station
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Area Profile: NE44 · Data under Open Government Licence