Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE46 1RB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE46 1RB.

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Population

370

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE46 1RB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. NE46 1RB's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £588k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 72.2% year-on-year.

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

NE46 1RB is a sought-after residential area located 0.1km from Fellside in Hexham. Administratively it sits within Hexham East ward and the Hexham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE46, NE46 1RB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 54 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 84% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £588k, down 72.2% 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 1RB are sourced from Output Area E00139934 (shared with 29 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 1RB. The average age is 54.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 360,000

8 sales · Mean £ 506,625

Terraced

£ 179,950

1 sales · Mean £ 179,950

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

NE46 1RB has low crime rates — 19 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.

Violence and sexual offences15
Other theft6
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson5
Anti-social behaviour3

school Local Schools

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Hexham First School

Good117 pupils0.3 km
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Hexham Priory School

Outstanding119 pupils0.5 km
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St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham

Good110 pupils1.2 km
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The Sele First School

Good410 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • B & M0.7 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Battle Hill Convenience Store1.0 km
  • Oxfam1.0 km
  • Oxfam Bookshop1.0 km
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • Danielle's Bistro0.9 km
  • Hexham Football Club0.5 km
  • Bunters1.0 km
  • Molly Moos with Jennie1.0 km
  • Salute1.0 km
  • + 17 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Coach & Horses0.9 km
  • The Grapes1.0 km
  • Albert Edward Club1.0 km
  • Mr Ants0.8 km
  • The Globe Inn1.0 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Hexham Pizza0.9 km
  • New Golden Rice0.9 km
  • Daybreak Centres0.9 km
  • Indus Group0.9 km
  • Oven & Grill1.0 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Hexham Town Bed & Breakfast1.0 km
  • Hallbank Guest House1.0 km
  • Station Road Inn0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hexham1.1 km
  • Corbridge4.6 km
  • Riding Mill7.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Green Bank0.4 km