Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE22 5BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE22 5BU.

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Population

255

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 33,000 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE22 5BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

NE22 5BU has a significant social housing presence — 53% 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.

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

NE22 5BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.7km from Bedlington in Bedlington. Administratively it sits within Bedlington Central ward and the Wansbeck constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, NE22 5BU 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. Residents average 49 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NE22 5BU are sourced from Output Area E00140046 (shared with 11 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 NE22 5BU. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NE22 5BU has low crime rates — 47 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences55
Anti-social behaviour43
Shoplifting31
Criminal damage and arson17
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Bedlington Whitley Memorial Church of England Primary School

Good311 pupils0.3 km
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Stead Lane Primary School

Good225 pupils1.0 km
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St Bede's Catholic Primary School

Good225 pupils1.1 km
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Bedlington West End Primary School

Good252 pupils1.1 km
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St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy

Good1152 pupils1.2 km
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Meadowdale Academy

Good242 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Andigee WY3720.2 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • Chisholm Bookmakers0.7 km
  • D&J Lynn & Son0.7 km
  • Glentons Bakery0.5 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Astons Late Bar0.7 km
  • Bedlington Masonic Hall0.9 km
  • Bedlington Terriers FC0.3 km
  • Bedlingtonshire Golf Club1.0 km
  • Mood Bar & Steak House0.5 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Ashianna0.7 km
  • Grays Cafe Bar0.7 km
  • Heaven & Earth0.4 km
  • Lairds House0.7 km
  • Ristorante Verdi0.4 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Chinchilla Pizzeria0.2 km
  • Panda Inn0.9 km
  • Subway0.8 km
  • Best Bite0.2 km
  • Bombay Nights0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cramlington4.5 km
  • Pegswood6.7 km
  • Morpeth7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Millfield0.0 km
  • Millfield0.1 km
  • Attlee Park0.3 km
  • Attlee Park0.4 km
  • Beech Grove0.4 km