NE43 7BY is a sought-after residential area located 0.1km from Mickley Square in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Stocksfield and Broomhaugh ward and the Hexham constituency.
For families considering a move, NE43 7BY represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE43 7BY are sourced from Output Area E00140005 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE43 7BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE43 7BY.
324
44
£ 49,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
NE43 7BY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE43 7BY. The average age is 43.9. 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 settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
NE43 7BY has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other crime and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Mickley First School
Prudhoe Castle First School
Ovingham Middle School
Ovingham Church of England First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Slimming World Franchise1.0 km
- The Pantry Stocksfield0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Mickley & District Social Club0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Horizon Products Ltd0.9 km
- Thomas Bewick Birth Place Museum0.4 km
- Buddies Tea Room0.4 km
- The Blue Bell0.9 km
- The Field Kitchen0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Prudhoe1.6 km
- Stocksfield2.6 km
- Wylam4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Masonic Hall0.2 km
- Masonic Hall0.2 km
- Crossroads0.3 km
- Crossroads0.4 km
- Eltringham Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NE437BY · Data under Open Government Licence