Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

FAIRWAY CRESCENT, NE42 5BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRWAY CRESCENT, NE42 5BN.

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Population

531

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 40,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE42 5BN spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £420k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

NE42 5BN is a safe, established residential area on Fairway Crescent, 0.9km from Eastwoods Park in Prudhoe. Administratively it sits within Prudhoe South ward and the Hexham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE42, NE42 5BN offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% 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 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £420k.

Census 2021 statistics for NE42 5BN are sourced from Output Area E00139969 (shared with 22 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 5BN. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 344,950

6 sales · Mean £ 370,791

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

NE42 5BN has low crime rates — 32 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft2
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Adderlane Academy

Good106 pupils1.0 km
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Prudhoe Community High School

Good778 pupils1.1 km
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Highfield Middle School

Good394 pupils1.4 km
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St Matthew's Catholic Primary School

Good161 pupils1.4 km
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Prudhoe West Academy

Good282 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • West Wylam Garage0.9 km
  • Nisa Local0.8 km
  • Slimming World Franchise0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Falcon Inn0.5 km
  • West Wylam Inn1.0 km
  • Prudhoe Town Football Club1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Prudhoe Golf Club0.7 km
  • HIVE Cafe1.0 km
  • The Manors Cafe0.8 km
  • Golf Club Catering0.7 km
  • Prudhoe Youth Club FC Pavilion0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Five Star Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Spice Delight0.7 km
  • Loon Wah House Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
  • A & R Balls Fish & Chips1.0 km
  • Prudhoe Flame0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Prudhoe2.2 km
  • Wylam2.4 km
  • Stocksfield5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Main gate0.4 km
  • Main gate0.5 km