NE23 1EY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Arcot Avenue, 0.2km from Nelson Village in Cramlington. Administratively it sits within Cramlington West ward and the Blyth Valley constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE23 1EY 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. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £167k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 31.6% year-on-year. 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 NE23 1EY are sourced from Output Area E00139508 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ARCOT AVENUE, NE23 1EY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARCOT AVENUE, NE23 1EY.
274
43
£ 34,100 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE23 1EY 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.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 40% of tenure in NE23 1EY — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 31.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE23 1EY. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 107,500
14 sales · Mean £ 117,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE23 1EY has low crime rates — 20 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.
school Local Schools
Beaconhill Community Primary School
Cramlington Shanklea Primary School
Burnside Primary School
Cramlington Northburn Primary School
Cramlington Hillcrest School
Hareside Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Concordia Leisure Centre1.0 km
- Al's Diner0.7 km
- Cafe Pausa0.7 km
- Northburn Sports & Community Centre1.0 km
- Northern Gymnastics Club0.8 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Beacon Local Store1.0 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- Safe Remedies1.0 km
- B & M0.7 km
- Magpie Service Station0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Antep Pizzas0.7 km
- Hungry Hut0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Black Bull0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cramlington0.4 km
- Newcastle Airport9.3 km
- Morpeth9.4 km
Bus Stops
- Burdon Avenue0.2 km
- Crow Hall Lane0.3 km
- Beaconhill Grange0.4 km
- Nelson Drive roundabout0.4 km
- Entrance0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE231EY · Data under Open Government Licence