Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

DRAWBACK CLOSE, NE42 5BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRAWBACK CLOSE, NE42 5BD.

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Population

312

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 40,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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7/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

NE42 5BD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 95% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

NE42 5BD is a safe, established residential area on Drawback Close, 0.6km from Prudhoe in Prudhoe. Administratively it sits within Prudhoe South ward and the Hexham constituency.

For families considering a move, NE42 5BD represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £238k.

Census 2021 statistics for NE42 5BD are sourced from Output Area E00139964 (shared with 6 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 NE42 5BD. The average age is 46.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 238,750

2 sales · Mean £ 238,750

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

NE42 5BD has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences39
Criminal damage and arson17
Anti-social behaviour12
Public order6
Shoplifting6

school Local Schools

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Prudhoe Community High School

Good778 pupils0.4 km
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Highfield Middle School

Good394 pupils0.6 km
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St Matthew's Catholic Primary School

Good161 pupils0.6 km
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Adderlane Academy

Good106 pupils0.7 km
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Prudhoe West Academy

Good282 pupils0.7 km
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Prudhoe Castle First School

Good77 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Julie's Top Shop0.3 km
  • Just Sweets0.6 km
  • Spend and Save0.4 km
  • West Wylam Garage0.4 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Gallery Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Prudhoe Snooker Club0.6 km
  • Falcon Inn0.9 km
  • Wor Local Micro Pub0.6 km
  • Dr Syntax0.8 km
  • Prudhoe & District United Services Club0.6 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Bait Box0.5 km
  • Garden Kitchen0.6 km
  • No 220.5 km
  • Gloria Restaurant0.5 km
  • Aramee0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Heron Foods0.6 km
  • The Co-operative0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Pizza Pizza0.5 km
  • Five Star Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Spice Delight0.7 km
  • Lilium Garden0.5 km
  • Loon Wah House Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Prudhoe1.5 km
  • Wylam2.9 km
  • Stocksfield4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Homedale0.1 km
  • Redwell Road junction0.1 km
  • Redwell Road0.2 km
  • Redwell Road0.2 km
  • Park Lane0.2 km