Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

PADDOCK WOOD, NE42 5BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PADDOCK WOOD, NE42 5BJ.

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Population

283

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 40,400 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE42 5BJ 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.

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

Families dominate this postcode. With 59% owner-occupation and average age 42, NE42 5BJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 14.2% year-on-year.

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

NE42 5BJ is a safe, established residential area on Paddock Wood, 0.6km from West Wylam in Prudhoe. Administratively it sits within Prudhoe South ward and the Hexham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £317k, down 14.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE42 5BJ are sourced from Output Area E00139968 (shared with 9 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 NE42 5BJ. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.3%
Asian / British Asian7.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 287,000

7 sales · Mean £ 287,785

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

NE42 5BJ has low crime rates — 33 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.

Anti-social behaviour34
Violence and sexual offences32
Criminal damage and arson13
Burglary12
Public order11

school Local Schools

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Adderlane Academy

Good106 pupils0.5 km
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Prudhoe Community High School

Good778 pupils0.8 km
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Highfield Middle School

Good394 pupils0.9 km
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St Matthew's Catholic Primary School

Good161 pupils0.9 km
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Prudhoe West Academy

Good282 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Greggs0.6 km
  • Julie's Top Shop0.7 km
  • Just Sweets0.8 km
  • Spend and Save0.5 km
  • West Wylam Garage0.4 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Gallery Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Prudhoe Snooker Club0.7 km
  • Falcon Inn0.5 km
  • Wor Local Micro Pub0.7 km
  • Prudhoe Town Football Club0.7 km
  • Prudhoe Working Mens Social Club0.8 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Bait Box0.6 km
  • Garden Kitchen0.9 km
  • No 220.6 km
  • Gloria Restaurant0.6 km
  • Prudhoe Golf Club0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Heron Foods0.7 km
  • The Co-operative0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Pizza Pizza0.6 km
  • Five Star Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
  • Spice Delight0.3 km
  • A & R Balls Fish & Chips0.4 km
  • Dessert Royale0.9 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Prudhoe1.7 km
  • Wylam2.4 km
  • Stocksfield5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Stancley Road0.2 km
  • Priestclose Road0.2 km
  • Priestclose Road0.2 km
  • Stancley Road0.2 km
  • Stonyflat Bank0.2 km