NE46 2AW is a safe, established residential area on Priestlands Close, 0.6km from Hackwood in Hexham. Administratively it sits within Hexham Central with Acomb ward and the Hexham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE46 2AW is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 5.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE46 2AW are sourced from Output Area E00139912 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRIESTLANDS CLOSE, NE46 2AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIESTLANDS CLOSE, NE46 2AW.
370
38
£ 42,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE46 2AW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NE46 2AW has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 5.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE46 2AW. The average age is 38.0. 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 mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 142,000
13 sales · Mean £ 147,230
Terraced
£ 161,025
1 sales · Mean £ 161,025
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE46 2AW has low crime rates — 12 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.
school Local Schools
St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham
St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham
The Sele First School
Queen Elizabeth High School
Hexham Middle School
Hexham First School
Hexham Priory School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- B & M0.8 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- 21st Century Herbs0.8 km
- Battle Hill Convenience Store0.6 km
- Oxfam0.6 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- Danielle's Bistro0.6 km
- Bouchon Bistrot0.9 km
- Bunters0.8 km
- Cilantro0.8 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- + 28 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Sea Chef0.2 km
- Big Licks Ice Cream Parlour0.5 km
- Hexham Pizza0.8 km
- New Golden Rice0.8 km
- Yo! To Go!1.0 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The Tannery0.9 km
- Hexham Masonic Hall0.7 km
- RAFA Hexham Branch0.8 km
- The Coach & Horses0.8 km
- The Forum (Wetherspoons)0.8 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Beaumont Hotel0.6 km
- Bridge House Bed & Breakfast0.6 km
- Burncrest Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
- Hexham Town Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
- Hallbank Guest House0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
- Marks & Spencer0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hexham1.3 km
- Corbridge5.8 km
- Riding Mill8.9 km
Bus Stops
- St Mark's Road0.1 km
- St Luke's Road0.2 km
- Hextol Crescent0.2 km
- Hextol Crescent0.2 km
- St John's Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE462AW · Data under Open Government Licence