Parkwood Avenue is in Prudhoe and in Tynedale district. NE42 5EF is located in the Prudhoe South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Parkwood Avenue, Prudhoe, NE42 5EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE42 5EB, NE42 5EW, NE42 5EN, NE42 5DZ, NE42 5ED, NE42 5EL, NE42 5EA, NE42 5EE, NE42 5EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE42 5EF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.7% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.3% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.1% | 39.6% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.8% | 31.8% | -9.0% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 16.1% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 9.4% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.9% | 28.5% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -19.9% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 43.8% | 6.2% | 33.6% | 10.2% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 18.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 6.6% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around NE42 5EF this area, 34.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 11.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.8% | 34.2% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 16.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 8.3% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 14.5% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 9.3% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 18.7% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.2% | 11.9% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -21.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| White | 100% | 97.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 93.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.4% | 93.8% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 93.8% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.8% | 76.7% | -12.9% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.1% | 13.5% | 18.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parkwood Avenue was 43.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.8% lower than the Prudhoe North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parkwood Avenue has the 16th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Prudhoe North and the 446th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Parkwood Avenue, Prudhoe, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2024-10-03 | £117,001 |
| 25 Parkwood Avenue, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-08-02 | £128,803 |
| 14 Parkwood Avenue, Prudhoe, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-11-22 | £143,933 |
| 25 Parkwood Avenue, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2018-08-10 | £107,433 |
| 32 Parkwood Avenue, Prudhoe, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2018-08-03 | £100,909 |
NE42 5EF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Retired | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adderlane Academy Broomhill Road , NE42 5HX | 1out of 4 | 271 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School Highfield Lane , NE42 6EY | 3out of 4 | 1,398 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe West Academy West Road , NE42 6HR | 3out of 4 | 1,416 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe Castle First School Castle Road , NE42 6PN | 3out of 4 | 1,931 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wylam First School Bell Road , NE41 8EH | 4out of 4 | 2,463 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prudhoe Community High School Moor Road , NE42 5LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorp Academy Main Road , NE40 3AH | 3out of 4 | 4,517 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Middle School Highfield Lane , NE42 6EY | 3out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ovingham Middle School West Road , Ovingham NE42 6DE | 3out of 4 | 2,588 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Manors Cafe | Adderlane Road, West Wylam | 250 yd | |
| Prudhoe Golf Club | Eastwoods Road, West Wylam | 414 yd | |
| Prudhoe Youth Club FC Pavilion | Eastwoods Road, West Wylam | 414 yd | |
| The Chip & Run | Eastwoods Road, West Wylam | 414 yd | |
| HIVE Cafe | Front Street, Prudhoe | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prudhoe Town Football Club | Broomhouse Road, West Wylam | 187 yd | |
| Falcon Inn | Eastwoods Road, West Wylam | 382 yd | |
| West Wylam Inn | Front Street, Prudhoe | 694 yd | |
| Prudhoe & District United Services Club | Front Street, Prudhoe | 975 yd | |
| Prudhoe Snooker Club | 10 Front Street, Prudhoe | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prudhoe Flame | 25 West Wylam Drive, West Wylam | 224 yd | |
| Spice Delight | 13-15 West Wylam Drive, West Wylam | 224 yd | |
| Five Star Chinese Takeaway | 29 West Wylam Drive, West Wylam | 224 yd | |
| Loon Wah House Chinese Takeaway | 41 Front Street, Prudhoe | 694 yd | |
| A & R Balls Fish & Chips | 39 Front Street, Prudhoe | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express Prudhoe | Front Street, Prudhoe | 692 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 8a Front Street, Prudhoe | 975 yd | |
| The Co-operative | Oakfield Terrace, Prudhoe | 1,088 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prudhoe Eastwood Middle School (Closed) Broomhouse Road | grass pitches | 321 yd |
| Eastwoods Park Eastwoods Road | grass pitches | 332 yd |
| Broomhouse Road Broomhouse Road | grass pitches | 338 yd |
| Adderlane Academy BROOMHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 375 yd |
| Kimberley Park KIMBERLY PARK KIMBERLY PARK BROOMHOUSE ROAD | grass pitches | 384 yd |
| Prudhoe Golf Club EASTWOOD PARK | golf | 415 yd |
| Prudhoe Waterworld Front Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 557 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.