NE42 5DS is a safe, established residential area on Bell View, 0.3km from Eastwoods Park in Prudhoe. Administratively it sits within Prudhoe South ward and the Hexham constituency.
For families considering a move, NE42 5DS represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £117k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 4.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE42 5DS are sourced from Output Area E00139954 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BELL VIEW, NE42 5DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BELL VIEW, NE42 5DS.
242
46
£ 40,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE42 5DS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NE42 5DS is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 4.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE42 5DS. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 114,000
6 sales · Mean £ 108,166
Terraced
£ 115,500
2 sales · Mean £ 115,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE42 5DS has low crime rates — 28 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.
school Local Schools
Adderlane Academy
Prudhoe Community High School
Highfield Middle School
St Matthew's Catholic Primary School
Prudhoe West Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- West Wylam Garage0.9 km
- Slimming World Franchise0.4 km
- Nisa Local0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Falcon Inn0.1 km
- Prudhoe Town Football Club0.5 km
- West Wylam Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Prudhoe Golf Club0.1 km
- Golf Club Catering0.1 km
- Prudhoe Youth Club FC Pavilion0.1 km
- HIVE Cafe0.9 km
- The Manors Cafe0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Five Star Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Spice Delight0.5 km
- A & R Balls Fish & Chips0.9 km
- Prudhoe Flame0.5 km
- Loon Wah House Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wylam1.8 km
- Prudhoe2.1 km
- Stocksfield5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Eastwoods Road0.1 km
- Eastwoods Road0.1 km
- Main gate0.2 km
- Main gate0.3 km
- Horsley View0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE425DS · Data under Open Government Licence