NE65 7RJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Silverton Lane, 0.5km from Whitton in Rothbury. Administratively it sits within Rothbury ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE65, NE65 7RJ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £450k.
Census 2021 statistics for NE65 7RJ are sourced from Output Area E00139262 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SILVERTON LANE, NE65 7RJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SILVERTON LANE, NE65 7RJ.
309
52
£ 42,900 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NE65 7RJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 76% 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 NE65 7RJ. The average age is 51.5. 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 of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 450,000
3 sales · Mean £ 430,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
NE65 7RJ has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dr Thomlinson Church of England Middle School
Rothbury First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Newcastle House Hotel0.8 km
- Rothbury Golf Club0.9 km
- The Narrow Nick0.8 km
- The Turks Head0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Anishas Tandoori Rothbury Ltd0.8 km
- Rothbury Fish & Chip Shop0.9 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Sweeties0.7 km
- Fruit & Veg @ Flowers & Foliage0.8 km
- Rothbury Bakery0.8 km
- Tullys of Rothbury0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Bewicks Kitchen & Coffee House0.7 km
- Rothbury Recreation Club0.6 km
- The Vale Cafe0.9 km
- Yvonne's Cakes & Catering0.9 km
- RVS Coquet Gathering0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Coquetvale Hotel0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Acklington15.9 km
- Alnmouth19.5 km
- Widdrington19.5 km
Bus Stops
- Thomlinson's Middle School0.1 km
- Garleigh Road0.3 km
- Garleigh Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE657RJ · Data under Open Government Licence