Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

NE68 7SH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE68 7SH.

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Population

282

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 36,500 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE68 7SH represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
homeHome Ownership
9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 82% owner-occupation and an average age of 59, NE68 7SH is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.

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

NE68 7SH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.5km from Seahouses in Seahouses and North Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Bamburgh ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 59 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NE68 7SH are sourced from Output Area E00139358 (shared with 26 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 NE68 7SH. The average age is 58.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NE68 7SH has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences15
Other theft5
Shoplifting4
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Seahouses Primary School

Good88 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Corklee News0.2 km
  • Costcutter0.3 km
  • Cubby's0.2 km
  • Farne Gift Shop0.1 km
  • Harvest Home BK2240.3 km
  • + 15 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

11 nearby
  • Dunelm House Guest House0.4 km
  • Holly Trees Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
  • Horncliffe Guesthouse0.3 km
  • Links Hotel0.3 km
  • Malabar Guest House0.3 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Bamburgh Castle Inn0.1 km
  • Farne Lodge0.9 km
  • Schooner Inn0.3 km
  • Seahouses & District Social Club0.5 km
  • The Black Swan0.3 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Coxon's Ice Cream & Coffee Bar0.1 km
  • Elan Pizzeria0.4 km
  • Hook0.1 km
  • Indian Brasserie NE Ltd0.2 km
  • Insieme0.4 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • King Kebab0.3 km
  • Seahouses Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
  • Spitting Feathers Deli0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chathill6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Memorial0.1 km
  • King Street0.3 km
  • King Street0.3 km
  • King Street0.5 km