Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

COTTINGVALE, NE61 1DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COTTINGVALE, NE61 1DW.

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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 1DW 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 1DW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £650k, 84% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £650k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

NE61 1DW is a safe, established residential area on Cottingvale, 0.3km from High Stanners in Morpeth. Administratively it sits within Morpeth North ward and the Wansbeck constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE61, NE61 1DW offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £650k.

Census 2021 statistics for NE61 1DW 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 1DW. 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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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 650,000

2 sales · Mean £ 650,000

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

NE61 1DW has low crime rates — 23 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 offences26
Anti-social behaviour13
Public order7
Other crime7
Burglary6

school Local Schools

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The King Edward VI Academy

Outstanding1386 pupils0.2 km
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Morpeth Chantry Middle School

Good575 pupils0.4 km
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Morpeth Newminster Middle School

Good547 pupils0.5 km
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St Roberts Catholic First School, Morpeth

Good0.6 km
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Morpeth All Saints Church of England Aided First School

Good233 pupils0.8 km
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Abbeyfields First School

Outstanding340 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Morpeth Rugby Club0.5 km
  • Tap & Spile0.5 km
  • The White Swan0.6 km
  • Beau Monde Morpeth0.8 km
  • The Office0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

27 nearby
  • E Price0.6 km
  • Martins0.6 km
  • Morpeth Gin0.7 km
  • Newgate News0.6 km
  • The Cheese Shop0.6 km
  • + 22 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • Cafe Des Amis0.5 km
  • Chantry Play0.8 km
  • Ephesus Restaurant0.8 km
  • Nikos Greek Taberna0.8 km
  • Sober in the Garden0.6 km
  • + 30 more
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Supermarkets

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

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Subway0.6 km
  • Morpeth Tandoori0.8 km
  • Fish & Chips at No 100.7 km
  • Morpeth Fish & Chips0.6 km
  • Royal Chef0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Cottingburn House Bed & Breakfast0.1 km
  • Riverside Guest House0.3 km
  • Castle View Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
  • Newminster Cottage Bed & Breakfast0.6 km
  • The Auction House0.8 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Morpeth1.4 km
  • Pegswood3.2 km
  • Widdrington9.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Pottery Bank0.1 km
  • Pottery Bank0.1 km
  • Bullers Green0.2 km
  • Newgate Street0.3 km
  • Mitford Road0.4 km