NE66 1DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Upper Barresdale, 0.9km from Canongate in Alnwick. Administratively it sits within Alnwick ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE66 1DP is 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. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 77% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £77k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE66 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00139196 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UPPER BARRESDALE, NE66 1DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER BARRESDALE, NE66 1DP.
365
32
£ 36,000 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE66 1DP 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NE66 1DP has a significant social housing presence — 77% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE66 1DP. The average age is 32.3. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 72,500
2 sales · Mean £ 72,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE66 1DP has low crime rates — 43 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
St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Barndale House School
Swansfield Park Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- A World of Difference0.8 km
- Alnwick Post Office0.9 km
- Chisholm Bookmakers0.9 km
- Market Place Butchery0.9 km
- Oxfam0.8 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Alnwick Youth Hostel0.9 km
- Beaconsfield Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
- Castleview Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
- Courtyard Garden Bed & Breakfast0.9 km
- Percy Terrace Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Alnwick Working Mens Club0.7 km
- Harry's Bar0.8 km
- Mailhouse0.8 km
- The Blue Bell0.7 km
- The George Inn0.9 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Alnwick Studio1.0 km
- Brightwater Gallery0.8 km
- Costa Coffee Alnwick0.9 km
- Courtyard Cafe / Stables Fryer1.0 km
- Di Sopra1.0 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Nisa Bondgate0.9 km
- Morrisons0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Alnwick Flame0.7 km
- Hot Wok0.8 km
- Luigis0.2 km
- Pizza Royale0.7 km
- The Fryery1.0 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alnmouth5.7 km
- Acklington12.5 km
- Chathill13.9 km
Bus Stops
- Sycamore Avenue0.1 km
- Lower Barresdale west stop0.2 km
- Lower Barresdale middle stop0.2 km
- Howling Lane0.3 km
- Lower Barresdale east stop0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE661DP · Data under Open Government Licence