Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

PERCY STREET, NE66 1AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PERCY STREET, NE66 1AE.

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Population

207

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 36,000 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE66 1AE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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2/10
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2/10
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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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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NE66 1AE combines high owner-occupation (73%), strong property values (£261k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £261k.

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

NE66 1AE is a well-regarded residential area on Percy Street, 0.1km from Alnwick in Alnwick. Administratively it sits within Alnwick ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE66, NE66 1AE offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 73% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £261k. 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 NE66 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00139203 (shared with 23 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 NE66 1AE. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Flat

£ 183,000

1 sales · Mean £ 183,000

Terraced

£ 204,500

6 sales · Mean £ 226,912

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

Crime around NE66 1AE is above average at 90 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 offences113
Anti-social behaviour68
Criminal damage and arson27
Public order25
Other theft17

school Local Schools

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Swansfield Park Primary School

Outstanding365 pupils0.2 km
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St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Good124 pupils0.5 km
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Barndale House School

Requires Improvement59 pupils0.5 km
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St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick

Good221 pupils0.8 km
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The Duchess's Community High School

Requires Improvement1493 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • A World of Difference0.3 km
  • Alnwick Post Office0.2 km
  • Chisholm Bookmakers0.3 km
  • Market Place Butchery0.3 km
  • Oxfam0.4 km
  • + 17 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

17 nearby
  • Alnwick Youth Hostel0.1 km
  • Beaconsfield Bed & Breakfast0.2 km
  • Castle Gate Guest House0.3 km
  • Castleview Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
  • Courtyard Garden Bed & Breakfast0.1 km
  • + 12 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

21 nearby
  • Alnwick Rugby Club Ltd0.9 km
  • Alnwick Squash Club0.3 km
  • Alnwick Town Football Club0.9 km
  • Alnwick Working Mens Club0.2 km
  • Harry's Bar0.4 km
  • + 16 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Alnwick District Playhouse Trust0.6 km
  • Alnwick Playhouse0.3 km
  • Alnwick Studio0.2 km
  • Barter Books0.5 km
  • Brightwater Gallery0.3 km
  • + 27 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Nisa Bondgate0.3 km
  • The Co-operative0.8 km
  • Morrisons0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Alnwick Flame0.2 km
  • Hot Wok0.2 km
  • Luigis0.7 km
  • Pizza Royale0.2 km
  • The Fryery0.5 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alnmouth4.9 km
  • Acklington12.1 km
  • Chathill13.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Green Batt0.1 km
  • Green Batt0.1 km
  • Bus Station0.2 km
  • Bus Station0.2 km
  • Alnwick Bus Station0.2 km