Is NE18 0LG a safe place to live?

Yes, NE18 0LG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NE18 0LG?

The population for the NE18 0LG area is approximately 435 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE18 0LG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE18 0LG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

435

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 60,100 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NE18 0LG 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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8/10

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8/10

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2/10

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9/10

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1/10

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5/10

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6/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 46, NE18 0LG has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE18 0LG is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Nesbitt in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Ponteland West ward and the Hexham constituency.

For families considering a move, NE18 0LG represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NE18 0LG are sourced from Output Area E00139817 (shared with 54 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE18 0LG. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.5%

Asian / British Asian0.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.2%

Economic Activity

54%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

NE18 0LG has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other crime1

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Hadrian Shepherd Huts Ltd0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Prudhoe6.2 km
Wylam6.7 km
Stocksfield8.5 km