NE15 0BS is a sought-after residential area on Aquila Drive, 0.4km from Heddon-on-the-Wall in Heddon-on-the-Wall. Administratively it sits within Ponteland South with Heddon ward and the Hexham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE15, NE15 0BS offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £328k, down 1.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NE15 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00139705 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AQUILA DRIVE, NE15 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AQUILA DRIVE, NE15 0BS.
316
56
£ 60,100 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE15 0BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Average age 56, 93% owned. NE15 0BS is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £328k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE15 0BS. The average age is 56.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 335,000
1 sales · Mean £ 335,000
Semi-Detached
£ 302,475
8 sales · Mean £ 298,118
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE15 0BS has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Heddon-on-the-Wall, St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Houghton North Farm Visitor Accommodation0.5 km
- Hadrians Barn0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Swan Inn0.5 km
- Three Tuns Inn0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Number 190.7 km
- Bell E Buon0.3 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Heddon Service Station0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wylam2.4 km
- Prudhoe5.3 km
- Blaydon6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Houghton0.4 km
- Houghton0.4 km
- Three Tuns0.4 km
- Towne Gate0.4 km
- Three Tuns0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE150BS · Data under Open Government Licence