Is NE70 7DX a safe place to live?

Yes, NE70 7DX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 17 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NE70 7DX?

The population for the NE70 7DX area is approximately 117 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE70 7DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE70 7DX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

117

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 36,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10

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4/10

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1/10

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1/10

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1/10

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5/10

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1/10

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4/10

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9/10

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Area Character

NE70 7DX is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE70 7DX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 1.5km from Newlands in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Bamburgh ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.

For renters and young professionals, NE70 7DX offers 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 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NE70 7DX are sourced from Output Area E00139295 (shared with 17 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 NE70 7DX. The average age is 49.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 8%

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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.

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

NE70 7DX has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Chathill9.0 km

Bus Stops

Belford Station0.0 km
Belford Station0.1 km
Station Cottages0.1 km
Industrial Estate0.5 km