NE49 0DJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Wapping, 0.1km from Haltwhistle in Haltwhistle. Administratively it sits within Haltwhistle ward and the Hexham constituency.
Day-to-day life in NE49 0DJ has the character of a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NE49 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00139882 (shared with 41 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WAPPING, NE49 0DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WAPPING, NE49 0DJ.
267
51
£ 36,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE49 0DJ 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
NE49 0DJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 49% 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 NE49 0DJ. The average age is 50.6. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE49 0DJ has low crime rates — 37 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
Haltwhistle Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- The Old School House0.3 km
- Chare Close Bed & Breakfast0.2 km
- Ashcroft Guest House0.1 km
- Grey Bull Bed & Breakfast0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Haltwhistle & District Working Mens Club0.1 km
- Manor House Inn0.2 km
- Haltwhistle Comrades Club0.1 km
- The Black Bull0.2 km
- The Jubilee0.7 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Haltwhistle Leisure Centre0.7 km
- Brew Bar0.2 km
- Harun's Indian Restaurant0.3 km
- Pillar Box Cafe0.3 km
- Bonnie's0.3 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Fryery0.2 km
- Lucky Palace0.2 km
- Oceans Takeaway / Cafe0.2 km
- The Yellow Bird Cafe0.3 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Billy Bell0.2 km
- Haltwhistle Post Office0.3 km
- I-SAVE0.4 km
- The Co-operative Group0.4 km
- Haltwhistle Butchers0.5 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Haltwhistle0.6 km
- Bardon Mill6.8 km
- Haydon Bridge13.4 km
Bus Stops
- Castle Hill0.1 km
- Castle Hill0.1 km
- Market Place0.2 km
- Market Place0.3 km
- Townfoot0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE490DJ · Data under Open Government Licence