NE24 5BX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bolam Avenue, 0.6km from Malvin's Close Road in Blyth (Northumberland). Administratively it sits within Cowpen ward and the Blyth Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, NE24 5BX represents 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. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £132k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for NE24 5BX are sourced from Output Area E00139400 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOLAM AVENUE, NE24 5BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOLAM AVENUE, NE24 5BX.
264
43
£ 30,100 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE24 5BX 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. NE24 5BX's 65% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE24 5BX. The average age is 43.2. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 127,000
5 sales · Mean £ 125,500
Semi-Detached
£ 127,000
7 sales · Mean £ 127,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE24 5BX is above average at 104 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School
Malvin's Close Academy
Croftway Academy
Bede Academy
Morpeth Road Academy
Newsham Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
43 nearby- B & M0.2 km
- Boora Stores0.6 km
- Morrisons Daily1.0 km
- Poets Corner (Blyth) Ltd0.9 km
- Card Factory0.7 km
- + 38 more
Pub, NightClub
21 nearby- Blyth Comrades Club Ltd0.2 km
- Isabella Pub1.0 km
- The Top House0.1 km
- Blyth Masonic Hall1.0 km
- Deja Vu0.9 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Albion Cafe0.1 km
- McDonalds Restaurant0.4 km
- Blyth Spartans Junior Football Club0.9 km
- Cafe @ 250.9 km
- Frameworks0.9 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Asda0.6 km
- Farmfoods0.2 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- Heron Foods0.6 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
33 nearby- Best Pizza Express0.1 km
- Buttylicious0.9 km
- Keiano's Pizza0.9 km
- 14 Stanley Street0.9 km
- Fabio's Pizza & Grill0.7 km
- + 28 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cramlington6.6 km
- Pegswood9.9 km
- Morpeth11.2 km
Bus Stops
- Community Hospital0.1 km
- Community Hospital0.1 km
- Albion Retail Park0.2 km
- Albion Retail Park0.2 km
- Waterloo Road Club0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE245BX · Data under Open Government Licence