Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

POPLAR STREET, NE63 0AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POPLAR STREET, NE63 0AS.

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Population

259

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 27,900 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE63 0AS 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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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

NE63 0AS is an established family neighbourhood — 51% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £48k.

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

NE63 0AS is an up-and-coming urban area on Poplar Street, 0.9km from Hirst in Ashington (Northumberland). Administratively it sits within Ashington Central ward and the Wansbeck constituency.

For renters and young professionals, NE63 0AS offers these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 40% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 113 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £48k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for NE63 0AS are sourced from Output Area E00140102 (shared with 21 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 NE63 0AS. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 54,000

4 sales · Mean £ 55,750

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

Crime around NE63 0AS is above average at 113 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 offences188
Anti-social behaviour78
Criminal damage and arson65
Public order53
Shoplifting45

school Local Schools

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Central Primary School

Requires Improvement727 pupils0.2 km
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Ashington Academy

Good977 pupils0.9 km
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NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School

263 pupils1.1 km
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St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington

Good1.1 km
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Bothal Primary School

Good734 pupils1.2 km
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NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School

221 pupils1.3 km
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NCEA Bishop's Primary School

Good491 pupils1.6 km
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NCEA Castle School

Good111 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

43 nearby
  • Chisholm Bookmakers0.8 km
  • Discount Store General Stores0.9 km
  • Glentons Bakery0.4 km
  • Glentons Bakery0.8 km
  • Hawthorn Post Office0.4 km
  • + 38 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • T/A Tasty Bite/CrunchyChikin/MonsterBurgerz0.4 km
  • The Fun Jungle0.4 km
  • Brightside1.0 km
  • The Little Tea Room0.2 km
  • Ameera0.2 km
  • + 21 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

35 nearby
  • Alexandra Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Ocean Treasure0.8 km
  • Pizza Time0.9 km
  • The Hummingbird Cafe0.4 km
  • Tiger Oriental Takeaway0.6 km
  • + 30 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Hop 770.5 km
  • Premier Club0.2 km
  • The Cree0.2 km
  • Ashington Cricket Club0.5 km
  • Ashington Masonic Hall0.3 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.3 km
  • Home Bargains0.3 km
  • Poundstretcher0.1 km
  • Iceland0.1 km
  • The Co-operative1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pegswood5.0 km
  • Widdrington7.3 km
  • Morpeth7.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Laburnum Terrace0.1 km
  • Woodhorn Road0.1 km
  • Woodhorn Road0.1 km
  • Bus Station0.1 km
  • Bus Station0.2 km