Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE48 1HQ House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (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 1HQ 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

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. NE48 1HQ's 57% ownership and 46-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

NE48 1HQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Butteryhaugh 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. 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 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 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.

Census 2021 statistics for NE48 1HQ 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 1HQ. 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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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

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

Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Kielder Primary School and Nursery

Outstanding7 pupils0.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Kielder Observatory0.9 km
  • Kielder General Store0.7 km
  • Kielder Campsite0.9 km
  • Kielder Village Store0.6 km
  • Kielder Village Store & Post Office0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Angler's Arms0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

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

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

  • Butteryhaugh0.1 km
  • Butteryhaugh0.1 km
  • South Waterside0.2 km
  • South Waterside0.2 km
  • Castle0.3 km