Is NE49 0HU a safe place to live?

Yes, NE49 0HU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 9 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NE49 0HU?

The population for the NE49 0HU area is approximately 219 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE49 0HU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE49 0HU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

219

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 36,900 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NE49 0HU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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8/10

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7/10

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4/10

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3/10

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1/10

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Area Character

NE49 0HU is a high-turnover rental hub — with 82% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Average age 46 and low crime make this an unusually liveable rental area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE49 0HU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Plenmeller in Northumberland. Administratively it sits within Haltwhistle ward and the Hexham constituency.

For renters and young professionals, NE49 0HU offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 82% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NE49 0HU are sourced from Output Area E00140028 (shared with 49 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE49 0HU. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

NE49 0HU has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Haltwhistle1.4 km
Bardon Mill6.2 km
Haydon Bridge12.7 km

Bus Stops

The Homes0.3 km
The Homes0.3 km