Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

HACKWOOD PARK, NE46 1AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HACKWOOD PARK, NE46 1AX.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NE46 1AX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

NE46 1AX is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £407k, 89% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £407k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 29.6% year-on-year.

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

NE46 1AX is a sought-after residential area on Hackwood Park, 0.2km from Hackwood in Hexham. Administratively it sits within Hexham East ward and the Hexham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE46, NE46 1AX offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 89% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £407k, up 29.6% year-on-year. 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 NE46 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00139932 (shared with 12 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 NE46 1AX. The average age is 52.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 357,500

8 sales · Mean £ 363,750

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

NE46 1AX has low crime rates — 9 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 offences6
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Drugs1

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham

Good110 pupils0.8 km
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Hexham First School

Good117 pupils0.9 km
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Hexham Priory School

Outstanding119 pupils1.1 km
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The Sele First School

Good410 pupils1.2 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham

Good275 pupils1.3 km
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Queen Elizabeth High School

Good1339 pupils1.4 km
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Hexham Middle School

Good475 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • B & M0.7 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Battle Hill Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Oxfam0.8 km
  • Oxfam Bookshop0.8 km
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

27 nearby
  • Danielle's Bistro0.7 km
  • Hexham Football Club0.8 km
  • Bunters0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • Molly Moos with Jennie0.8 km
  • + 22 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Sea Chef0.8 km
  • Big Licks Ice Cream Parlour0.9 km
  • Hexham Pizza0.8 km
  • New Golden Rice0.8 km
  • Oven & Grill0.8 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Beaumont Hotel0.8 km
  • Hexham Town Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
  • Hallbank Guest House0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Coach & Horses0.8 km
  • The Grapes0.9 km
  • Albert Edward Club0.9 km
  • Hexham Conservative Club0.9 km
  • Mr Ants0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hexham1.3 km
  • Corbridge5.3 km
  • Riding Mill8.3 km