NE22 5DZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood 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 5DZ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, 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. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £98k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE22 5DZ are sourced from Output Area E00140046 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILLFIELD, NE22 5DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILLFIELD, NE22 5DZ.
255
49
£ 33,000 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE22 5DZ 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
With 53% social renting, NE22 5DZ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE22 5DZ. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 94,000
5 sales · Mean £ 88,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE22 5DZ has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. 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
14 nearby- Andigee WY3720.1 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Chisholm Bookmakers0.7 km
- D&J Lynn & Son0.7 km
- Glentons Bakery0.7 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Astons Late Bar0.7 km
- Bedlington Masonic Hall0.8 km
- Bedlington Terriers FC0.6 km
- Bedlingtonshire Golf Club0.7 km
- Mood Bar & Steak House0.5 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Ashianna0.7 km
- Grays Cafe Bar0.7 km
- Heaven & Earth0.5 km
- Lairds House0.7 km
- Ristorante Verdi0.5 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- Lidl0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cramlington4.3 km
- Pegswood6.7 km
- Morpeth7.1 km
Bus Stops
- Millfield0.2 km
- Millfield0.2 km
- Attlee Park0.4 km
- Attlee Park0.4 km
- Market Place0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NE225DZ · Data under Open Government Licence