NE62 5AG is a sought-after residential area on Ashley Gardens, 0.5km from Stakeford in Stakeford. Administratively it sits within Stakeford ward and the Wansbeck constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE62, NE62 5AG offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 85% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £101k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 37.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE62 5AG are sourced from Output Area E00140144 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHLEY GARDENS, NE62 5AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHLEY GARDENS, NE62 5AG.
304
46
£ 34,100 /yr
56%
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
No single demographic signal dominates NE62 5AG — age 46, 85% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 37.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE62 5AG. The average age is 45.7. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 96,000
7 sales · Mean £ 103,571
Semi-Detached
£ 121,500
2 sales · Mean £ 121,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE62 5AG has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ringway Primary School
Mowbray Primary School
Cleaswell Hill School
Stakeford Primary School
Ashington Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Family Shopper0.1 km
- Newline Pharmacy1.0 km
- Boots UK Ltd1.0 km
- M I Dickson Ltd1.0 km
- Premier- Choppington Convenience1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Chinchilla Pizzeria at Sabah's Place0.1 km
- Little Deli Shop0.1 km
- Kielder 2 Fish Bar0.6 km
- Ruby Cantonese Takeaway0.1 km
- Dilshad Tandoori0.1 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Stakeford & Bomarsund Sports & Social Welfare Centre1.0 km
- Cherry Tree Bar & Grill0.3 km
- Half Moon Inn0.8 km
- The Lord Barrington0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Raffaello's1.0 km
- The Riverside Pantry0.6 km
- Cafe 311.0 km
- Eats & Treats0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative Store1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pegswood3.8 km
- Morpeth5.9 km
- Widdrington8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Glendale Avenue0.0 km
- Glendale Avenue0.1 km
- Mitford Gardens0.3 km
- Mitford Gardens0.3 km
- Cheviot Way0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE625AG · Data under Open Government Licence