Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

BLACKWOOD STREET, NE65 0BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKWOOD STREET, NE65 0BG.

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Population

168

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 38,800 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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4/10
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1/10
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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
homeHome Ownership
9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates NE65 0BG — age 53, 82% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

NE65 0BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Blackwood Street, 1.4km from Gloster Hill in Amble. Administratively it sits within Amble ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.

For families considering a move, NE65 0BG represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 £289k.

Census 2021 statistics for NE65 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00139213 (shared with 8 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 NE65 0BG. The average age is 53.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 227,000

2 sales · Mean £ 227,000

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

NE65 0BG has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour29
Violence and sexual offences23
Other crime9
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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Amble Links First School

Good182 pupils0.3 km
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Amble First School

Good108 pupils0.9 km
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James Calvert Spence College

Good734 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • The Old Storehouse0.6 km
  • 1911 Coffee Co Ltd0.8 km
  • Castle Mania1.0 km
  • Firehouse No 10.4 km
  • La Famiglia0.6 km
  • + 13 more
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Retailers - Other

38 nearby
  • A & B Young0.2 km
  • Chisholm Bookmakers0.6 km
  • Cliffwell Service Station1.0 km
  • Dawn Marie BH800.7 km
  • Esmay SD110.7 km
  • + 33 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Coquetside0.3 km
  • Lime Lodge Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
  • The Harbour Guest House0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Blue Bell1.0 km
  • Harbour Inn0.3 km
  • The Dock Hotel0.7 km
  • The Tavern0.6 km
  • The Waterloo0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • The Co-operative0.7 km
  • Morrisons1.0 km
  • Heron Foods0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • AFC Pizza0.6 km
  • Euro Pizza0.7 km
  • Geordie Banger Company Ltd0.5 km
  • Gill Fish Bar1.0 km
  • Golden Harbour0.4 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Acklington5.9 km
  • Alnmouth7.5 km
  • Widdrington10.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Links Avenue0.3 km
  • Philip Drive0.4 km