NE64 6DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.4km from Woodhorn Demesne in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea. Administratively it sits within Newbiggin Central and East ward and the Wansbeck constituency.
For families considering a move, NE64 6DB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 NE64 6DB are sourced from Output Area E00140179 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE64 6DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE64 6DB.
254
53
£ 29,500 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE64 6DB 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NE64 6DB — age 53, 66% ownership, 24% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (53) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE64 6DB. The average age is 53.5. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE64 6DB is moderate at 64 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Best One1.0 km
- McColls0.9 km
- The Co-operative Pharmacy0.9 km
- Chisholm Bookmakers0.5 km
- New Butcher by the Sea0.5 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- The New Ship0.9 km
- Newbiggin Masonic Hall0.6 km
- The Ink Spot0.5 km
- The Old Ship Hotel0.5 km
- Coble Inn0.4 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Newbiggin Sports and Community Hub0.8 km
- Artisan Tea Room0.5 km
- CeeJays0.5 km
- The Endeavour Coffee House0.5 km
- Caffe Bertorelli0.4 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Bravo Pizza1.0 km
- Bodrum Kebab House0.5 km
- Flame Pizza0.5 km
- Ladhar's Fish Bar0.5 km
- Diamond Pizza0.4 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Captains Lodge0.6 km
- Number 210.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pegswood9.0 km
- Widdrington9.5 km
- Morpeth11.7 km
Bus Stops
- Cresswell Arms0.2 km
- Front Street0.3 km
- Front Street0.4 km
- Old Ship0.5 km
- Holmcroft0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NE646DB · Data under Open Government Licence