Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE46 1QP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE46 1QP.

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Population

327

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE46 1QP represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates NE46 1QP — age 50, 48% ownership, 42% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (50) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

NE46 1QP is a well-regarded residential area located 0.1km from Cattle Market in Hexham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Hexham East ward and the Hexham constituency.

Within the NE46 district, this postcode is characterised by a dynamic young family area with frequent movers and a mix of backgrounds. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 1QP are sourced from Output Area E00139927 (shared with 50 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 1QP. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

Crime around NE46 1QP is moderate at 65 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences73
Shoplifting56
Anti-social behaviour51
Public order31
Other theft26

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham

Good110 pupils0.3 km
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The Sele First School

Good410 pupils0.5 km
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Hexham Priory School

Outstanding119 pupils0.9 km
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Hexham First School

Good117 pupils0.9 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham

Good275 pupils1.0 km
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Queen Elizabeth High School

Good1339 pupils1.1 km
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Hexham Middle School

Good475 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

37 nearby
  • 21st Century Herbs0.3 km
  • Battle Hill Convenience Store0.1 km
  • Oxfam0.1 km
  • Oxfam Bookshop0.1 km
  • Cranstons Ltd0.0 km
  • + 32 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Beaumont Hotel0.1 km
  • Bridge House Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
  • Burncrest Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
  • Hexham Town Bed & Breakfast0.3 km
  • Station Road Inn0.4 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Hexham Masonic Hall0.8 km
  • RAFA Hexham Branch0.3 km
  • The Coach & Horses0.1 km
  • The Forum (Wetherspoons)0.2 km
  • The Grapes0.1 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

38 nearby
  • Bouchon Bistrot0.4 km
  • Bunters0.2 km
  • Cilantro0.2 km
  • Costa Coffee0.2 km
  • Molly Moos with Jennie0.1 km
  • + 33 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl0.4 km
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • Waitrose0.4 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Big Licks Ice Cream Parlour0.4 km
  • Hexham Pizza0.1 km
  • New Golden Rice0.1 km
  • Sea Chef0.7 km
  • Daybreak Centres0.4 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hexham0.6 km
  • Corbridge5.4 km
  • Riding Mill8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Bus Station0.1 km
  • OLD Bus Station0.1 km
  • Priestpopple0.1 km
  • Bus Station0.1 km
  • Priestpopple0.1 km