Is NE44 6AU a safe place to live?

Yes, NE44 6AU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 11 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NE44 6AU?

The average property price in NE44 6AU is currently around £642k.

What is the population of NE44 6AU?

The population for the NE44 6AU area is approximately 167 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE44 6AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE44 6AU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

167

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

35%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10

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8/10

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1/10

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1/10

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5/10

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4/10

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4/10

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8/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NE44 6AU combines high owner-occupation (79%), strong property values (£642k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE44 6AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Oaklands in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Stocksfield and Broomhaugh ward and the Hexham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE44, NE44 6AU offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £642k.

Census 2021 statistics for NE44 6AU are sourced from Output Area E00139851 (shared with 14 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 NE44 6AU. The average age is 53.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%

Asian / British Asian1.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

35%Active

FT: 16%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 642,000

1 sales · Mean £ 642,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

NE44 6AU has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences8

Criminal damage and arson1

Other crime1

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School

Outstanding68 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Wellington Hotel0.3 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Deli @ The Station0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Riding Mill0.5 km
Stocksfield3.4 km
Corbridge3.8 km

Bus Stops

Wellington0.3 km
Wellington0.3 km
The Old Orchard0.4 km
The Old Orchard0.4 km
Railway station0.4 km