NE49 0BY is a safe, established residential area on Golden Square, 0.0km from Haltwhistle in Haltwhistle. Administratively it sits within Haltwhistle ward and the Hexham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 47 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE49 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00139886 (shared with 41 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOLDEN SQUARE, NE49 0BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOLDEN SQUARE, NE49 0BY.
258
47
£ 36,900 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE49 0BY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
NE49 0BY is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE49 0BY. The average age is 47.3. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE49 0BY has low crime rates — 42 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
Haltwhistle Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Billy Bell0.1 km
- Haltwhistle Post Office0.1 km
- I-SAVE0.2 km
- The Co-operative Group0.3 km
- Herding Hill Farm Caravan & Camping0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Chare Close Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
- Grey Bull Bed & Breakfast0.2 km
- Ashcroft Guest House0.1 km
- The Old School House0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Jubilee0.5 km
- Railway Hotel0.4 km
- Haltwhistle Comrades Club0.1 km
- The Black Bull0.1 km
- Centre Of Britain Hotel0.1 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Harun's Indian Restaurant0.1 km
- Pillar Box Cafe0.1 km
- Brew Bar0.1 km
- Bonnie's0.2 km
- Jethros0.1 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Lucky Palace0.1 km
- Oceans Takeaway / Cafe0.1 km
- The Yellow Bird Cafe0.1 km
- Fryery0.1 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Haltwhistle0.4 km
- Bardon Mill6.9 km
- Haydon Bridge13.5 km
Bus Stops
- Market Place0.1 km
- Market Place0.1 km
- Castle Hill0.3 km
- Castle Hill0.3 km
- Westgate0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE490BY · Data under Open Government Licence