NE17 7AU is a mixed residential area on Leadgate Cottages, 0.1km from Leadgate in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within South Tynedale ward and the Hexham constituency.
For families considering a move, NE17 7AU represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: Average house prices are around £220k.
Census 2021 statistics for NE17 7AU are sourced from Output Area E00190142 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEADGATE COTTAGES, NE17 7AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEADGATE COTTAGES, NE17 7AU.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE17 7AU spans multiple life stages — average age 47, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE17 7AU. The average age is 47.3. 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
£ 220,000
3 sales · Mean £ 163,333
school Local Schools
Chopwell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Northumbria Gliding Club1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Prudhoe4.6 km
- Wylam5.0 km
- Stocksfield6.0 km
Bus Stops
- The Four Seasons0.0 km
- The Four Seasons0.0 km
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Postcode Profile: NE177AU · Data under Open Government Licence