NE71 6EA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ryecroft Crescent, 0.3km from Wooler in Wooler. Administratively it sits within Wooler ward and the Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £217k, down 1.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE71 6EA are sourced from Output Area E00139389 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RYECROFT CRESCENT, NE71 6EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RYECROFT CRESCENT, NE71 6EA.
250
54
£ 36,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE71 6EA 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
No single demographic signal dominates NE71 6EA — age 54, 61% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £217k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE71 6EA. The average age is 53.8. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 154,750
10 sales · Mean £ 175,650
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
NE71 6EA has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wooler First School
Glendale Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Tankerville Arms Hotel0.3 km
- Bridgend Farm0.8 km
- Millyard House Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
- No 1 Hotel0.4 km
- Old Mill Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- The Mart Canteen0.5 km
- Ad Gefrin0.7 km
- Doddington Dairy Milk Bar0.8 km
- Grinders Cafe0.4 km
- Highburn House Caravan & Camping Park0.3 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Cheviot Farm Bakery0.4 km
- Glendale Pharmacy0.4 km
- Mike Hope of Wooler0.5 km
- T W Brand of Wooler Ltd0.3 km
- The Chocolate Box0.4 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Anchor Inn0.5 km
- Angel Inn0.4 km
- Black Bull Inn0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Cindy & Millies Takeaway0.4 km
- Fry Fry0.4 km
- Oriental Kitchen0.4 km
- The Perfect Shot0.4 km
- The Traybake Fairy0.6 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Ryecroft Way0.2 km
- Ryecroft Way0.2 km
- Post Office0.3 km
- Post Office0.3 km
- Wooler Bus Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE716EA · Data under Open Government Licence