NE42 is a postcode district in Northumberland, North East, covering 357 active and 80 retired postcodes.
The largest share of NE42 (17%) is characterised by a mature neighbourhood of self-reliant retirees, typically owner-occupied, alongside a transitioning industrial area — historically working class, gradually changing (12%). This mix of 7 distinct neighbourhood types makes NE42 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in NE42 are around £196k. Safety: Crime runs above average across NE42 at 223 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 45 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full NE42 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
NE42 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the NE42 postcode area.
12,408
45
£ 41,550 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 45, NE42 has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £196k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
St Matthew's Catholic Primary School
Adderlane Academy
Prudhoe West Academy
Highfield Middle School
Ovingham Middle School
Prudhoe Castle First School
Prudhoe Community High School
Ovingham Church of England First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Boots UK Ltd
- Nisa Local
- Slimming World Franchise
- Slimming World Franchise
- Greggs
- + 19 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Gallery Bed & Breakfast
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Adam & Eve Public House
- Dr Syntax
- Falcon Inn
- Halfway House Inn
- Ovington Social Club
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Aramee
- Bait Box
- Caffe Ginevra
- Captured Keepsakes
- Dine Contract Catering
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi
- B&M Retail Ltd
- Heron Foods
- The Co-operative
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- A & R Balls Fish & Chips
- Dessert Royale
- Dhillons Fish Inn
- Dukes Deli
- Five Star Chinese Takeaway
- + 8 more
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Area Profile: NE42 · Data under Open Government Licence