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.
EILANSGATE, NE46 3EJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EILANSGATE, NE46 3EJ.
346
53
£ 42,800 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
The Sele First School
Hexham Middle School
Queen Elizabeth High School
St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham
St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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, 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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: NE463EJ · Data under Open Government Licence