NE48 1HF is a safe, established residential area on South Waterside, 0.0km from Butteryhaugh in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Bellingham ward and the Hexham constituency.
For families considering a move, NE48 1HF represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £146k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 44.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE48 1HF are sourced from Output Area E00140009 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH WATERSIDE, NE48 1HF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH WATERSIDE, NE48 1HF.
192
46
£ 40,800 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE48 1HF 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
NE48 1HF is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 44.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE48 1HF. The average age is 46.4. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 125,000
3 sales · Mean £ 124,166
Semi-Detached
£ 209,170
1 sales · Mean £ 209,170
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE48 1HF has low crime rates — 46 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
Kielder Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Kielder General Store0.7 km
- Kielder Campsite0.9 km
- Kielder Observatory0.9 km
- Kielder Village Store0.6 km
- Kielder Village Store & Post Office0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Dukes Pantry0.6 km
- Border Park Rugby Club0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Angler's Arms0.4 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- South Waterside0.0 km
- South Waterside0.1 km
- Butteryhaugh0.1 km
- Butteryhaugh0.2 km
- Castle0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NE481HF · Data under Open Government Licence