Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

SCHOOL CLOSE, NE23 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL CLOSE, NE23 1DQ.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 34,100 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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1/10
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7/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

NE23 1DQ is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

NE23 1DQ is a mixed residential area on School Close, 0.1km from Parkside Chase in Cramlington. Administratively it sits within Cramlington Village ward and the Blyth Valley constituency.

For families considering a move, NE23 1DQ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 74 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £226k.

Census 2021 statistics for NE23 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00139495 (shared with 26 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 NE23 1DQ. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 124,000

3 sales · Mean £ 116,444

Detached

£ 300,000

1 sales · Mean £ 300,000

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

Crime around NE23 1DQ is moderate at 74 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.

Violence and sexual offences71
Anti-social behaviour66
Shoplifting61
Criminal damage and arson31
Public order28

school Local Schools

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Cramlington Shanklea Primary School

Good320 pupils0.2 km
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Cramlington Hillcrest School

Good110 pupils0.3 km
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Hareside Primary School

Good425 pupils0.9 km
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Burnside Primary School

Good436 pupils0.9 km
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Cramlington Village Primary School

Good194 pupils1.0 km
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Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary Academy

Requires Improvement178 pupils1.1 km
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Eastlea Primary School

Good195 pupils1.2 km
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Cramlington Learning Village

Good2034 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Artique Emporium0.1 km
  • Co-op Pharmacy0.3 km
  • Home Bargains0.9 km
  • B & M0.6 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Cramlington Working Mens Social Club0.1 km
  • Brockwell Seam0.9 km
  • John the Clerk of Cramlington0.1 km
  • The Four Ladies0.1 km
  • The Seven Oaks0.4 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Concordia Leisure Centre0.5 km
  • Cramlington Community Lunch Club0.9 km
  • McDonalds Restaurant0.3 km
  • McDonalds Restaurant0.5 km
  • Cafe Pausa0.6 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.3 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Firehouse No 10.7 km
  • Lotus House Chinese Take Away0.9 km
  • The Village Chinese Takeaway0.1 km
  • Brockwell Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • Brockwell Tandoori0.9 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Quarrie House Bed & Breakfast0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cramlington0.9 km
  • Newcastle Airport10.0 km
  • Morpeth10.5 km

Bus Stops

  • East West Link Road0.1 km
  • Newlyn Drive Roundabout0.2 km
  • East West Link Road0.2 km
  • Dudley Lane Shops0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's service entrance0.2 km