NE43 7DY is a sought-after residential area on Painshawfield Road, 0.4km from Mickley Common in Stocksfield. Administratively it sits within Stocksfield and Broomhaugh ward and the Hexham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE43, NE43 7DY offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NE43 7DY are sourced from Output Area E00140000 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PAINSHAWFIELD ROAD, NE43 7DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PAINSHAWFIELD ROAD, NE43 7DY.
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47
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
NE43 7DY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 91% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE43 7DY. The average age is 47.4. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
NE43 7DY has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Broomley First School
Mickley First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Sharper Than1.0 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Spar0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Stocksfield Village Convenience Store0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Stocksfield Cricket Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Blue Bell1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stocksfield1.1 km
- Prudhoe3.4 km
- Riding Mill4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Cottages0.3 km
- Surgery0.4 km
- Cottages0.4 km
- Surgery0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE437DY · Data under Open Government Licence