Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

WOODCROFT ROAD, NE41 8DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODCROFT ROAD, NE41 8DQ.

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Population

318

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 49,100 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE41 8DQ 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.

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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NE41 8DQ combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£872k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

NE41 8DQ is a sought-after residential area on Woodcroft Road, 0.4km from Wylam in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Bywell ward and the Hexham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE41, NE41 8DQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £872k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NE41 8DQ are sourced from Output Area E00140029 (shared with 12 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 NE41 8DQ. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 872,000

1 sales · Mean £ 872,000

Terraced

£ 276,000

1 sales · Mean £ 276,000

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

NE41 8DQ has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour12
Shoplifting5
Public order4
Burglary3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Wylam First School

Outstanding146 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Wormald House0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Wylam Masonic Hall0.2 km
  • Black Bull Inn0.2 km
  • The Ship Inn0.1 km
  • Fox & Hounds Inn0.4 km
  • The Boathouse Inn0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Bistro en Glaze0.1 km
  • The Black Bull Restaurant0.2 km
  • Explorers0.6 km
  • Wylam Tennis Club0.5 km
  • The Coffee Tree0.1 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Food0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • J A Stobo & Son0.2 km
  • Wylam Pharmacy Ltd0.2 km
  • Big River Bakery0.6 km
  • Spar0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Wylam's Garden0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wylam0.7 km
  • Prudhoe2.7 km
  • Stocksfield6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Charlie's Corner0.1 km
  • Charlie's Corner0.1 km
  • Black Bull0.2 km
  • Black Bull0.2 km
  • Holeyn Hall Road0.3 km