What is the population of NE46 2PJ?

The population for the NE46 2PJ area is approximately 308 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE46 2PJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE46 2PJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

308

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,500 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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8/10

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2/10

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7/10

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2/10

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6/10

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3/10

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5/10

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4/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 48, NE46 2PJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE46 2PJ is a mixed residential area located 1.3km from Wharmley in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Haydon and Hadrian ward and the Hexham constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — 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 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 44% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Census 2021 statistics for NE46 2PJ are sourced from Output Area E00139895 (shared with 39 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 2PJ. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 37%

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.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hexham4.9 km
Haydon Bridge5.4 km
Corbridge9.9 km