NE43 7BJ is a sought-after residential area on Burnside Cottages, 0.5km from Mickley Square in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Stocksfield and Broomhaugh ward and the Hexham constituency.
Day-to-day life in NE43 7BJ has the character of a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE43 7BJ are sourced from Output Area E00140007 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BURNSIDE COTTAGES, NE43 7BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURNSIDE COTTAGES, NE43 7BJ.
310
47
£ 49,100 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 54% owner-occupation and average age 47, NE43 7BJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE43 7BJ. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
NE43 7BJ has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other crime and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Mickley First School
Prudhoe Castle First School
Ovingham Middle School
Ovingham Church of England First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Mickley & District Social Club0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Thomas Bewick Birth Place Museum0.5 km
- Buddies Tea Room0.1 km
- The Blue Bell0.6 km
- The Field Kitchen0.4 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- The Pantry Stocksfield0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Prudhoe1.9 km
- Stocksfield2.2 km
- Wylam5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Crossroads0.1 km
- Crossroads0.1 km
- Masonic Hall0.3 km
- Masonic Hall0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE437BJ · Data under Open Government Licence