NE48 1BE is a mixed residential area located 1.0km from Yarrow in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Bellingham ward and the Hexham constituency.
For families considering a move, NE48 1BE 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.
Census 2021 statistics for NE48 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00140008 (shared with 45 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE48 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE48 1BE.
216
53
£ 40,800 /yr
41%
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.
Area Character
NE48 1BE 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE48 1BE. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Tower Knowe Visitor Centre0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Cafe on the Water0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Squirrel Cottage0.5 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Moor Cottages0.2 km
- Moor Cottages0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE481BE · Data under Open Government Licence