Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

CASTLE DRIVE, NE48 1EQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE DRIVE, NE48 1EQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

192

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 40,800 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE48 1EQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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1/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 46, NE48 1EQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £142k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 19.3% year-on-year.

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

NE48 1EQ is a safe, established residential area on Castle Drive, 0.3km from Kielder in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Bellingham ward and the Hexham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £142k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 19.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE48 1EQ are sourced from Output Area E00140009 (shared with 25 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 1EQ. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 130,000

15 sales · Mean £ 148,733

Terraced

£ 71,000

1 sales · Mean £ 71,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NE48 1EQ has low crime rates — 46 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Kielder Primary School and Nursery

Outstanding7 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Kielder Observatory0.3 km
  • Kielder General Store0.1 km
  • Kielder Campsite0.3 km
  • Kielder Village Store0.0 km
  • Kielder Village Store & Post Office0.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Angler's Arms0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Border Park Rugby Club0.6 km
  • Dukes Pantry0.0 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Station Garage0.1 km
  • Station Garage0.1 km
  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Castle0.4 km
  • Butteryhaugh0.5 km