Is NE48 1AQ a safe place to live?

Yes, NE48 1AQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NE48 1AQ?

The average property price in NE48 1AQ is currently around £163k.

What is the population of NE48 1AQ?

The population for the NE48 1AQ area is approximately 216 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE48 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE48 1AQ.

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Population

216

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 40,800 /yr

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Employed

41%

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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9/10

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7/10

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1/10

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6/10

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3/10

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5/10

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1/10

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7/10

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10/10

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Area Character

NE48 1AQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

NE48 1AQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.0km from Donkleywood in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Bellingham ward and the Hexham constituency.

For families considering a move, NE48 1AQ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £163k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for NE48 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00140008 (shared with 45 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 NE48 1AQ. The average age is 53.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

41%Active

FT: 24%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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Detached

£ 163,000

1 sales · Mean £ 163,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

NE48 1AQ has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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