NE63 0DG is a sought-after residential area on Curlew Close, 0.5km from Sleekburn, West in Ashington (Northumberland). Administratively it sits within Haydon ward and the Wansbeck constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE63, NE63 0DG offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 57 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 93% 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 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £221k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NE63 0DG are sourced from Output Area E00140156 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CURLEW CLOSE, NE63 0DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CURLEW CLOSE, NE63 0DG.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE63 0DG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NE63 0DG is a settled retirement community — average age 57, 93% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE63 0DG. The average age is 57.4. 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
Detached
£ 197,000
3 sales · Mean £ 201,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE63 0DG has low crime rates — 42 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.
school Local Schools
NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School
Stakeford Primary School
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Ashington Convenience Store0.5 km
- Ashington Service Station0.6 km
- Seaton Hirst Post Office0.5 km
- Greggs Ashington0.6 km
- Newline Pharmacy0.9 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Foresters Arms0.5 km
- The Lord Barrington0.9 km
- Stakeford & Bomarsund Sports & Social Welfare Centre1.0 km
- The Elephant0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Northumberland College0.9 km
- Eats & Treats1.0 km
- Stakeford Coffee Shop1.0 km
- Betty's Bakes Cakes & Sandwich Deli0.8 km
- Wansbeck Cafe0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Jade Garden Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Milburn Chippy0.6 km
- New Orient Express1.0 km
- Kusham Bag Tandoori1.0 km
- Simon Cantonese & English Takeaway0.9 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-operative Food0.6 km
- Morrisons Daily1.0 km
- The Co-operative1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pegswood5.5 km
- Morpeth7.7 km
- Cramlington8.9 km
Bus Stops
- North Seaton Crossing0.4 km
- North Seaton crossing0.4 km
- The Foresters0.4 km
- Marchey's House crossing0.4 km
- Marchey's House crossing0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NE630DG · Data under Open Government Licence