NE46 1LE is a sought-after residential area on Eastfields, 0.7km from Fellside in Hexham. Administratively it sits within Hexham East ward and the Hexham constituency.
For serious buyers, NE46 1LE is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 82% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £323k, down 16.8% 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 1LE are sourced from Output Area E00139937 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EASTFIELDS, NE46 1LE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EASTFIELDS, NE46 1LE.
592
43
£ 42,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE46 1LE 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NE46 1LE's low deprivation rank, 82% ownership, and £323k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 16.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE46 1LE. 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
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 280,000
7 sales · Mean £ 268,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE46 1LE has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hexham Priory School
Hexham First School
St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Homebase Ltd0.9 km
- Majestic Wines0.9 km
- Poundstretcher0.9 km
- Premier Corbridge Road Convenience Store0.5 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Platform Bar1.0 km
- HVS Cafe and Shop0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Daybreak Centres0.9 km
- Indus Group0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Station Road Inn0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Phoenix1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hexham1.1 km
- Corbridge4.1 km
- Riding Mill7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Woodlands0.3 km
- Eastwood Grange0.3 km
- Woodlands0.3 km
- Eastwood Grange0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE461LE · Data under Open Government Licence