NE68 7ST is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Farne Crescent, 0.7km from Shoreston in Seahouses and North Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Bamburgh ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.
For serious buyers, NE68 7ST is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An established, mature community with an average age of 59 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 82% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k.
Census 2021 statistics for NE68 7ST are sourced from Output Area E00139358 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FARNE CRESCENT, NE68 7ST House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FARNE CRESCENT, NE68 7ST.
282
59
£ 36,500 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE68 7ST 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.
Area Character
Average age 59, 82% owned. NE68 7ST is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £370k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE68 7ST. The average age is 58.6. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 370,500
2 sales · Mean £ 370,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)
NE68 7ST has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Seahouses Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Corklee News0.9 km
- Cubby's0.9 km
- Farne Gift Shop0.9 km
- Independent Food & Drink0.9 km
- Mary Mary BK80.9 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- Dunelm House Guest House0.9 km
- Longstone House Hotel0.9 km
- Springwood Bed & Breakfast1.0 km
- St Aidan Hotel0.5 km
- The Beach House0.5 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Bamburgh Castle Inn1.0 km
- Farne Lodge1.0 km
- Seahouses & District Social Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Coxon's Ice Cream & Coffee Bar0.9 km
- Elan Pizzeria0.9 km
- Hook1.0 km
- Indian Brasserie NE Ltd0.9 km
- Insieme0.9 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Seahouses Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Spitting Feathers Deli1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chathill6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Castle Drive0.2 km
- Castle Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE687ST · Data under Open Government Licence