NE46 3HX is a safe, established residential area on Wordsworth Close, 0.2km from Tynegreen in Hexham. Administratively it sits within Hexham Central with Acomb ward and the Hexham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE46 3HX 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 — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £157k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE46 3HX are sourced from Output Area E00139903 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WORDSWORTH CLOSE, NE46 3HX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WORDSWORTH CLOSE, NE46 3HX.
317
46
£ 42,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE46 3HX 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 3HX has a significant social housing presence — 38% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE46 3HX. The average age is 45.9. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 170,000
6 sales · Mean £ 143,333
Semi-Detached
£ 87,500
2 sales · Mean £ 87,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
NE46 3HX has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Sele First School
St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham
Queen Elizabeth High School
Hexham Middle School
St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham
Hexham Priory School
Hexham First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
39 nearby- Danielle's Bistro0.9 km
- Bouchon Bistrot0.5 km
- Bunters0.7 km
- Cilantro0.6 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- + 34 more
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- 21st Century Herbs0.6 km
- Battle Hill Convenience Store0.8 km
- Oxfam0.8 km
- Oxfam Bookshop0.8 km
- Cranstons Ltd0.8 km
- + 27 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Beaumont Hotel0.8 km
- Bridge House Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
- Burncrest Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
- Hexham Town Bed & Breakfast1.0 km
- Station Road Inn0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Hexham Masonic Hall0.8 km
- RAFA Hexham Branch0.6 km
- The Coach & Horses0.9 km
- The Forum (Wetherspoons)0.6 km
- The Grapes0.8 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Lidl0.6 km
- Aldi0.3 km
- Waitrose0.7 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Co-op Food0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Big Licks Ice Cream Parlour0.8 km
- Hexham Pizza0.9 km
- New Golden Rice0.9 km
- Daybreak Centres0.9 km
- Indus Group0.9 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hexham0.7 km
- Corbridge5.8 km
- Haydon Bridge9.0 km
Bus Stops
- Aldi0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE463HX · Data under Open Government Licence