Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE66 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE66 1DQ.

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Population

274

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 36,000 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE66 1DQ 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.

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3/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

NE66 1DQ has a significant social housing presence — 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 52-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

NE66 1DQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Canongate in Alnwick. Administratively it sits within Alnwick ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, NE66 1DQ is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 86 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for NE66 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00139199 (shared with 37 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 1DQ. The average age is 52.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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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 NE66 1DQ is moderate at 86 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 offences92
Anti-social behaviour49
Criminal damage and arson31
Public order20
Other theft16

school Local Schools

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Barndale House School

Requires Improvement59 pupils0.0 km
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St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Good124 pupils0.2 km
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Swansfield Park Primary School

Outstanding365 pupils0.7 km
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St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick

Good221 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • A World of Difference0.3 km
  • Alnwick Post Office0.4 km
  • Chisholm Bookmakers0.4 km
  • Market Place Butchery0.4 km
  • Oxfam0.3 km
  • + 13 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

14 nearby
  • Alnwick Youth Hostel0.5 km
  • Beaconsfield Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
  • Castle Gate Guest House0.7 km
  • Castleview Bed & Breakfast0.2 km
  • Courtyard Garden Bed & Breakfast0.6 km
  • + 9 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Alnwick Squash Club0.7 km
  • Alnwick Working Mens Club0.4 km
  • Harry's Bar0.3 km
  • Mailhouse0.3 km
  • The Ale Gate Ltd0.7 km
  • + 11 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • Alnwick Playhouse0.7 km
  • Alnwick Studio0.5 km
  • Brightwater Gallery0.3 km
  • Caffe Tirreno0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee Alnwick0.4 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Nisa Bondgate0.4 km
  • Morrisons0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Alnwick Flame0.4 km
  • Hot Wok0.4 km
  • Luigis0.6 km
  • Pizza Royale0.4 km
  • The Fryery0.4 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alnmouth5.4 km
  • Acklington12.6 km
  • Chathill13.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Duchess High School0.1 km
  • Bowling Green0.2 km
  • Canongate0.2 km
  • Windsor Gardens0.2 km
  • Windsor Gardens0.2 km