NE46 3AX is a sought-after residential area on Leazes Park, 0.3km from Leazes in Hexham. Administratively it sits within Hexham West ward and the Hexham constituency.
For serious buyers, NE46 3AX is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% 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 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k, up 8.9% 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 3AX are sourced from Output Area E00139925 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEAZES PARK, NE46 3AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEAZES PARK, NE46 3AX.
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48
£ 42,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE46 3AX 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NE46 3AX combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£370k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £370k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 8.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE46 3AX. The average age is 48.5. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 300,000
9 sales · Mean £ 328,111
Detached
£ 315,000
3 sales · Mean £ 366,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE46 3AX has low crime rates — 5 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
Hexham Middle School
Queen Elizabeth High School
St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham
The Sele First School
St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Bridge House Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
- Burncrest Bed & Breakfast0.6 km
- High Reins Bed & Breakfast0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Hexham Masonic Hall0.6 km
- The Fox Inn0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Tynedale Golf Club1.0 km
- Hexham Golf Club1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op Food0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hexham1.7 km
- Corbridge6.8 km
- Haydon Bridge8.0 km
Bus Stops
- Queen Elizabeth High School Hydro0.2 km
- Whetstone Bridge Road0.4 km
- Whetstone Bridge Road0.4 km
- Allendale Road0.5 km
- Allendale Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NE463AX · Data under Open Government Licence