Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

CURRYS BUILDINGS, NE61 1DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CURRYS BUILDINGS, NE61 1DG.

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Population

468

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 43,800 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE61 1DG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

NE61 1DG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £85k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

NE61 1DG is a safe, established residential area on Currys Buildings, 0.2km from High Stanners in Morpeth. Administratively it sits within Morpeth North ward and the Wansbeck constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. Residents average 47 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £85k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for NE61 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00139741 (shared with 23 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 NE61 1DG. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 85,000

1 sales · Mean £ 85,000

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

NE61 1DG has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour39
Violence and sexual offences38
Public order14
Other crime9
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Morpeth Chantry Middle School

Good575 pupils0.3 km
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Morpeth Newminster Middle School

Good547 pupils0.4 km
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The King Edward VI Academy

Outstanding1386 pupils0.4 km
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St Roberts Catholic First School, Morpeth

Good0.5 km
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Abbeyfields First School

Outstanding340 pupils0.8 km
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Morpeth All Saints Church of England Aided First School

Good233 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • Hillside Covenience Store0.9 km
  • Beaumont Newsagents1.0 km
  • E Price0.5 km
  • Martins0.6 km
  • Morpeth Gin0.6 km
  • + 24 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Wansbeck Inn1.0 km
  • Morpeth Rugby Club0.3 km
  • Tap & Spile0.4 km
  • The White Swan0.5 km
  • Beau Monde Morpeth0.8 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Lucky Panda1.0 km
  • Subway0.5 km
  • Morpeth Tandoori0.8 km
  • Fish & Chips at No 100.6 km
  • Morpeth Fish & Chips0.5 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

34 nearby
  • Cafe Des Amis0.4 km
  • Chantry Play0.7 km
  • Ephesus Restaurant0.8 km
  • Nikos Greek Taberna0.8 km
  • Sober in the Garden0.5 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Iceland0.6 km
  • Morrisons0.7 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.7 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Cottingburn House Bed & Breakfast0.1 km
  • Riverside Guest House0.2 km
  • Castle View Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
  • Newminster Cottage Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
  • The Auction House0.7 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Morpeth1.3 km
  • Pegswood3.3 km
  • Widdrington9.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Bullers Green0.0 km
  • Pottery Bank0.1 km
  • Pottery Bank0.2 km
  • Newgate Street0.2 km
  • Mitford Road0.2 km