West Wylam Drive is in Prudhoe and in Northumberland district. NE42 5ES 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 West Wylam Drive, Prudhoe, NE42 5ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE42 5HT, NE42 5EP, NE42 5DP, NE42 5EN, NE42 5ET, NE42 5HZ, NE42 5ER, NE42 5EB, NE42 5DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE42 5ES, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 53.3% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 48.1% | 46.7% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 27% | 30.2% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.9% | 38.8% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 13.2% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 16.4% | 13.5% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.2% | 36.2% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 29.2% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 24.9% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 12.2% |
| Bad health | 9.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 5ES this area, 28.7% 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 12%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.9% | 28.7% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 12.4% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 19.3% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 16.7% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 12% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -21.8% |
| Other | 4% | 4% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.8% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.8% | 96.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 96.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.7% | 76.7% | -7.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Wylam Drive was 110.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 123.1% higher than the Prudhoe North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Wylam Drive has the 9th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Prudhoe North and the 295th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 - 23 West Wylam Drive, Prudhoe, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2018-03-29 | £220,753 |
| 15A West Wylam Drive, Prudhoe, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £34,000 | 2013-03-13 | £48,898 |
| 13 - 15 West Wylam Drive, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2003-04-23 | £80,386 |
NE42 5ES 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE42 5ES area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adderlane Academy Broomhill Road , NE42 5HX | 1out of 4 | 268 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School Highfield Lane , NE42 6EY | 3out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe West Academy West Road , NE42 6HR | 3out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe Castle First School Castle Road , NE42 6PN | 3out of 4 | 1,757 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ovingham Church of England First School Ovingham , NE42 6DE | 4out of 4 | 2,343 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,066 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorp Academy Main Road , NE40 3AH | 3out of 4 | 4,708 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 | 1,280 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ovingham Middle School West Road , Ovingham NE42 6DE | 3out of 4 | 2,457 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 | 135 yd | |
| HIVE Cafe | Front Street, Prudhoe | 499 yd | |
| Prudhoe Golf Club | Eastwoods Road, West Wylam | 547 yd | |
| Prudhoe Youth Club FC Pavilion | Eastwoods Road, West Wylam | 547 yd | |
| The Chip & Run | Eastwoods Road, West Wylam | 547 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prudhoe Town Football Club | Broomhouse Road, West Wylam | 377 yd | |
| Falcon Inn | Eastwoods Road, West Wylam | 417 yd | |
| West Wylam Inn | Front Street, Prudhoe | 499 yd | |
| Prudhoe & District United Services Club | Front Street, Prudhoe | 797 yd | |
| Prudhoe Snooker Club | 10 Front Street, Prudhoe | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prudhoe Flame | 25 West Wylam Drive, West Wylam | 2 yd | |
| Spice Delight | 13-15 West Wylam Drive, West Wylam | 2 yd | |
| Five Star Chinese Takeaway | 29 West Wylam Drive, West Wylam | 2 yd | |
| Loon Wah House Chinese Takeaway | 41 Front Street, Prudhoe | 499 yd | |
| A & R Balls Fish & Chips | 39 Front Street, Prudhoe | 499 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express Prudhoe | Front Street, Prudhoe | 490 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 8a Front Street, Prudhoe | 797 yd | |
| The Co-operative | Oakfield Terrace, Prudhoe | 899 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adderlane Academy BROOMHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 334 yd |
| Prudhoe Waterworld Front Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 341 yd |
| Eastwoods Park Eastwoods Road | grass pitches | 530 yd |
| Prudhoe Eastwood Middle School (Closed) Broomhouse Road | grass pitches | 542 yd |
| Prudhoe Golf Club EASTWOOD PARK | golf | 548 yd |
| Broomhouse Road Broomhouse Road | grass pitches | 561 yd |
| Kimberley Park KIMBERLY PARK KIMBERLY PARK BROOMHOUSE ROAD | grass pitches | 596 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.