NE66 1BU is a sought-after residential area on Coopers Close, 0.5km from Greensfield in Alnwick. Administratively it sits within Alnwick ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.
For serious buyers, NE66 1BU is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £241k. 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 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00139208 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COOPERS CLOSE, NE66 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COOPERS CLOSE, NE66 1BU.
399
46
£ 36,000 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NE66 1BU combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£241k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £241k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE66 1BU. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 217,500
10 sales · Mean £ 210,099
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE66 1BU has low crime rates — 16 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
The Duchess's Community High School
Swansfield Park Primary School
St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick
St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Barndale House School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Beaconsfield Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
- Courtyard Garden Bed & Breakfast0.9 km
- Grey Croft Bed & Breakfast0.9 km
- Percy Terrace Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
- Rooftops Bed & Breakfast0.3 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Alnwick Rugby Club Ltd0.5 km
- Alnwick Town Football Club0.5 km
- The Tanners Arms1.0 km
- Alnwick Cricket Club (1837) Ltd0.3 km
- Alnwick Masonic Hall0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Alnwick District Playhouse Trust0.5 km
- Barter Books0.9 km
- Halo Retreat0.9 km
- The Bakehouse Gallery0.9 km
- Country Kitchen Alnwick0.5 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
- Lidl0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- The Co-operative0.6 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Robertsons Prime0.9 km
- Wagonway Post Office0.8 km
- WillowTree Service Station0.9 km
- Alnwick Service Station0.9 km
- Heather & Bale Ltd0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Victoria House Fish & Chips0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alnmouth4.5 km
- Acklington11.2 km
- Chathill14.9 km
Bus Stops
- Weavers Way0.1 km
- Blakelaw Road south end0.2 km
- Arkle Court0.2 km
- Greensfield Avenue west end0.2 km
- Weavers Way-Fullers Walk0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE661BU · Data under Open Government Licence