Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

EILANSGATE, NE46 3EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EILANSGATE, NE46 3EJ.

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Population

346

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE46 3EJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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

NE46 3EJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £251k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

NE46 3EJ is a sought-after residential area on Eilansgate, 0.4km from Seal, The in Hexham. Administratively it sits within Hexham West ward and the Hexham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE46, NE46 3EJ offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £251k. 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 3EJ are sourced from Output Area E00139920 (shared with 14 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 3EJ. The average age is 52.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 252,000

2 sales · Mean £ 252,000

Flat

£ 270,000

2 sales · Mean £ 270,000

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

NE46 3EJ has low crime rates — 18 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 offences19
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson7
Shoplifting5

school Local Schools

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The Sele First School

Good410 pupils0.4 km
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Hexham Middle School

Good475 pupils0.6 km
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Queen Elizabeth High School

Good1339 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham

Good110 pupils0.6 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham

Good275 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

38 nearby
  • Danielle's Bistro0.9 km
  • Bouchon Bistrot0.5 km
  • Bunters0.8 km
  • Cilantro0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • + 33 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Sea Chef0.9 km
  • Big Licks Ice Cream Parlour0.6 km
  • Hexham Pizza0.9 km
  • New Golden Rice0.9 km
  • Little Mexico0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • 21st Century Herbs0.6 km
  • Battle Hill Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Oxfam0.8 km
  • Oxfam Bookshop0.8 km
  • Cranstons Ltd0.8 km
  • + 24 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Beaumont Hotel0.7 km
  • Bridge House Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
  • Burncrest Bed & Breakfast0.2 km
  • High Reins Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
  • Hallbank Guest House0.8 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Hexham Masonic Hall0.4 km
  • RAFA Hexham Branch0.6 km
  • The Coach & Horses0.9 km
  • The Forum (Wetherspoons)0.7 km
  • The Grapes0.8 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • Waitrose1.0 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Co-op Food0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hexham1.1 km
  • Corbridge6.1 km
  • Haydon Bridge8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodbine Terrace0.1 km
  • Woodbine Terrace0.1 km
  • Leazes Lane0.2 km
  • Leazes Lane0.2 km
  • Police Station0.4 km