NE22 5AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cornwell Crescent, 0.6km from Bedlington in Bedlington. Administratively it sits within Bedlington East ward and the Wansbeck constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE22 5AP is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 60% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £56k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for NE22 5AP are sourced from Output Area E00140066 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CORNWELL CRESCENT, NE22 5AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CORNWELL CRESCENT, NE22 5AP.
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£ 33,000 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE22 5AP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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
NE22 5AP has a significant social housing presence — 60% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE22 5AP. The average age is 32.8. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 50,500
2 sales · Mean £ 50,500
Flat
£ 25,750
2 sales · Mean £ 25,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE22 5AP is moderate at 52 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bedlington Whitley Memorial Church of England Primary School
Stead Lane Primary School
Bedlington West End Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy
Meadowdale Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Andigee WY3720.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Chisholm Bookmakers0.8 km
- D&J Lynn & Son0.8 km
- Glentons Bakery0.3 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Astons Late Bar0.8 km
- Bedlington Masonic Hall1.0 km
- Bedlington Terriers FC0.2 km
- Mood Bar & Steak House0.6 km
- The Grapes0.7 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Ashianna0.8 km
- Grays Cafe Bar0.8 km
- Heaven & Earth0.5 km
- Lairds House0.8 km
- Ristorante Verdi0.5 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Chinchilla Pizzeria0.3 km
- Panda Inn1.0 km
- Subway0.9 km
- Bedlington Tandoori0.9 km
- Best Bite0.3 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cramlington4.7 km
- Pegswood6.6 km
- Morpeth7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Millfield0.2 km
- Millfield0.3 km
- Allgood Terrace0.3 km
- Beech Grove0.4 km
- Beech Grove0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE225AP · Data under Open Government Licence