NE26 1BX is a well-regarded residential area located 0.4km from Avenue Head in Seaton Delaval. Administratively it sits within Holywell ward and the Blyth Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, NE26 1BX represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £259k, up 31.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE26 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00139618 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE26 1BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE26 1BX.
230
47
£ 37,800 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE26 1BX represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 59% owner-occupation and average age 47, NE26 1BX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 31.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE26 1BX. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 259,999
88 sales · Mean £ 269,613
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE26 1BX is moderate at 58 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
Whytrig Community Middle School
Astley Community High School
Seaton Delaval First School
Holywell Village First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Astley Road Convenience Store0.4 km
- Chisholm Bookmakers0.2 km
- Delaval Butchers0.8 km
- Delaval News0.3 km
- Elsdon Convenience Store0.3 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Seaton Terrace Club & Institute0.6 km
- The Crafty Lodge0.3 km
- The Hastings Arms0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Hastings Cafe0.3 km
- Leos0.2 km
- Nazar 240.2 km
- The Crescent Cafe0.3 km
- Welcome Community Cafe0.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lakes & Dales Co-Operative0.2 km
- Lakes & Dales Co-operative0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Chick.Pizz Food Stop0.2 km
- Chuen Lee Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Delaval Tandoori0.2 km
- Millys Pantry0.3 km
- Movie Foods Seaton Delaval0.2 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cramlington5.1 km
- Manors12.0 km
- Newcastle Airport12.5 km
Bus Stops
- Astley High School0.1 km
- Delaval Avenue0.1 km
- Delaval Avenue0.1 km
- Avenue Head Social Club0.1 km
- Astley High School0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE261BX · Data under Open Government Licence