Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

MOOR GRANGE, NE42 5BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOOR GRANGE, NE42 5BW.

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Population

454

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 40,400 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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7/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

NE42 5BW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 93% 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 5BW is a safe, established residential area on Moor Grange, 0.9km from Prudhoe in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Prudhoe South ward and the Hexham constituency.

For families considering a move, NE42 5BW represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k.

Census 2021 statistics for NE42 5BW are sourced from Output Area E00139965 (shared with 15 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 5BW. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 222,500

2 sales · Mean £ 222,500

Semi-Detached

£ 210,000

1 sales · Mean £ 210,000

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

NE42 5BW has low crime rates — 18 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 offences28
Criminal damage and arson9
Drugs2
Other crime2
Bicycle theft1

school Local Schools

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Prudhoe Community High School

Good778 pupils0.4 km
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Highfield Middle School

Good394 pupils0.8 km
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St Matthew's Catholic Primary School

Good161 pupils0.8 km
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Prudhoe West Academy

Good282 pupils1.0 km
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Adderlane Academy

Good106 pupils1.0 km
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Prudhoe Castle First School

Good77 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Greggs0.8 km
  • Julie's Top Shop0.6 km
  • Just Sweets0.9 km
  • Spend and Save0.8 km
  • West Wylam Garage0.8 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Gallery Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Prudhoe Snooker Club0.9 km
  • Wor Local Micro Pub0.9 km
  • Prudhoe & District United Services Club0.9 km
  • Prudhoe & Mickley Union Club1.0 km
  • West Wylam Inn0.8 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Bait Box0.8 km
  • Garden Kitchen0.8 km
  • No 220.8 km
  • Gloria Restaurant0.8 km
  • Aramee0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Heron Foods0.9 km
  • The Co-operative0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Pizza Pizza0.8 km
  • Lilium Garden0.9 km
  • Loon Wah House Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • A & R Balls Fish & Chips0.8 km
  • Dessert Royale1.0 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Prudhoe1.8 km
  • Wylam3.1 km
  • Stocksfield4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Park Lane0.2 km
  • Park Lane0.2 km
  • Prudhoe High School0.3 km
  • Homedale0.4 km
  • Redwell Road junction0.4 km