NE48 1AE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.1km from Falstone in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Bellingham ward and the Hexham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE48, NE48 1AE offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 74% 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: Prices average £830k.
Census 2021 statistics for NE48 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00140008 (shared with 45 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE48 1AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE48 1AE.
216
53
£ 40,800 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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, NE48 1AE combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£830k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE48 1AE. The average age is 53.1. 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
Detached
£ 830,000
1 sales · Mean £ 830,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NE48 1AE has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Black Cock Inn0.1 km
- The Pheasant Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Falstone Tea Room & Craft Shop0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Falstone Barns0.1 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Black Cock0.0 km
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Postcode Profile: NE481AE · Data under Open Government Licence