Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

GIBSON FIELDS, NE46 1AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GIBSON FIELDS, NE46 1AS.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE46 1AS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NE46 1AS combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£387k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £387k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 93.7% year-on-year.

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

NE46 1AS is a sought-after residential area on Gibson Fields, 0.4km from Cattle Market in Hexham. Administratively it sits within Hexham East ward and the Hexham constituency.

For serious buyers, NE46 1AS is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% 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 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £387k, up 93.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NE46 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00139932 (shared with 12 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 NE46 1AS. The average age is 52.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 292,500

15 sales · Mean £ 328,900

Semi-Detached

£ 180,000

1 sales · Mean £ 180,000

Terraced

£ 175,000

3 sales · Mean £ 171,650

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

NE46 1AS has low crime rates — 47 incidents 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 offences59
Anti-social behaviour39
Public order24
Other theft23
Shoplifting16

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham

Good110 pupils0.3 km
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The Sele First School

Good410 pupils0.6 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham

Good275 pupils0.9 km
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Hexham First School

Good117 pupils1.0 km
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Hexham Priory School

Outstanding119 pupils1.0 km
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Queen Elizabeth High School

Good1339 pupils1.0 km
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Hexham Middle School

Good475 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

36 nearby
  • 21st Century Herbs0.5 km
  • Battle Hill Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Oxfam0.2 km
  • Oxfam Bookshop0.2 km
  • Cranstons Ltd0.3 km
  • + 31 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Beaumont Hotel0.3 km
  • Bridge House Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
  • Burncrest Bed & Breakfast0.9 km
  • Hexham Town Bed & Breakfast0.1 km
  • Station Road Inn0.7 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Hexham Masonic Hall0.8 km
  • RAFA Hexham Branch0.5 km
  • The Coach & Horses0.4 km
  • The Forum (Wetherspoons)0.5 km
  • The Grapes0.3 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

38 nearby
  • Bouchon Bistrot0.6 km
  • Bunters0.4 km
  • Cilantro0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee0.4 km
  • Molly Moos with Jennie0.3 km
  • + 33 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Waitrose0.7 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Big Licks Ice Cream Parlour0.4 km
  • Hexham Pizza0.4 km
  • New Golden Rice0.4 km
  • Sea Chef0.5 km
  • Daybreak Centres0.7 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hexham0.9 km
  • Corbridge5.4 km
  • Riding Mill8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Monument0.3 km
  • Monument0.3 km
  • OLD Bus Station0.3 km
  • OLD Bus Station0.3 km
  • Middle School0.3 km