NE48 1AJ is a mixed residential area located 0.8km from Donkleywood in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Bellingham ward and the Hexham constituency.
For families considering a move, NE48 1AJ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for NE48 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00140010 (shared with 57 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE48 1AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE48 1AJ.
269
52
£ 40,800 /yr
47%
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
NE48 1AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 68% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE48 1AJ. The average age is 52.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
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Postcode Profile: NE481AJ · Data under Open Government Licence