NE22 5DY is a mixed residential area on Millfield, 0.7km from West End in Bedlington. Administratively it sits within Bedlington Central ward and the Wansbeck constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE22 5DY is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £99k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 16.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE22 5DY are sourced from Output Area E00140045 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILLFIELD, NE22 5DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILLFIELD, NE22 5DY.
319
38
£ 42,400 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE22 5DY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 37% of tenure in NE22 5DY — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending down 16.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE22 5DY. The average age is 38.3. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 95,000
14 sales · Mean £ 92,457
Detached
£ 89,000
1 sales · Mean £ 89,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE22 5DY is moderate at 60 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
Bedlington Whitley Memorial Church of England Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Bedlington West End Primary School
St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy
Stead Lane Primary School
Meadowdale Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Andigee WY3720.1 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- Chisholm Bookmakers0.6 km
- D&J Lynn & Son0.6 km
- Glentons Bakery0.7 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Astons Late Bar0.6 km
- Bedlington Masonic Hall0.7 km
- Bedlington Terriers FC0.5 km
- Bedlingtonshire Golf Club0.7 km
- Mood Bar & Steak House0.5 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Ashianna0.6 km
- Grays Cafe Bar0.6 km
- Heaven & Earth0.4 km
- Lairds House0.6 km
- Ristorante Verdi0.4 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Chinchilla Pizzeria0.3 km
- Panda Inn0.9 km
- Subway0.7 km
- Best Bite0.3 km
- Bombay Nights0.3 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cramlington4.3 km
- Pegswood6.7 km
- Morpeth7.1 km
Bus Stops
- Millfield0.2 km
- Millfield0.2 km
- Market Place0.4 km
- Attlee Park0.4 km
- Attlee Park0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NE225DY · Data under Open Government Licence