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.
NE66 1DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE66 1DQ.
274
52
£ 36,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
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 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.
school Local Schools
Barndale House School
St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Swansfield Park Primary School
St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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, 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
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Nisa Bondgate0.4 km
- Morrisons0.3 km
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
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Postcode Profile: NE661DQ · Data under Open Government Licence