Umfraville Dene is in Prudhoe and in Tynedale district. NE42 5JF 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 Umfraville Dene, Prudhoe, NE42 5JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE42 5FL, NE42 5HR, NE42 5FJ, NE42 5FH, NE42 5FB, NE42 5HW, NE42 5HX, NE42 5HP, NE42 5FP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE42 5JF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 49.6% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 47.1% | 50.4% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 28.2% | 40.1% | 11.9% | 37.9% | 2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 32.4% | -18.5% | 44.2% | -11.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 12.2% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 7% | 10.8% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 (68.1%) 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 | 52.2% | 32.4% | -19.8% | 48.4% | -16.0% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 35.7% | 6.4% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 24.2% | 11.5% | 12.7% | 11.5% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 6.6% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
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 14.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20% | 25% | 5.0% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 15.9% | 5.2% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 20.9% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.5% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 15% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 14.1% | -15.7% | 33.8% | -19.7% |
| Other | 3.9% | 4.5% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.3% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 97.2% | 97.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.1% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.8% | 76.7% | -9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 32.4% | 13.5% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Umfraville Dene was 154.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 212.0% higher than the Prudhoe North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Umfraville Dene has the 6th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Prudhoe North and the 201st highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Umfraville Dene, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2012-10-26 | £97,893 |
| 37 Umfraville Dene, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2012-07-27 | £110,255 |
| 46 Umfraville Dene, Prudhoe, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2006-12-18 | £86,602 |
| 38 Umfraville Dene, Prudhoe, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2005-12-09 | £93,450 |
| 48 Umfraville Dene, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2004-04-08 | £188,029 |
NE42 5JF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 49 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Education | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 456 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe West Academy West Road , NE42 6HR | 3out of 4 | 766 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School Highfield Lane , NE42 6EY | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe Castle First School Castle Road , NE42 6PN | 3out of 4 | 1,240 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ovingham Church of England First School Ovingham , NE42 6DE | 4out of 4 | 1,780 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 | 928 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorp Academy Main Road , NE40 3AH | 3out of 4 | 5,204 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 | 926 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ovingham Middle School West Road , Ovingham NE42 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,895 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIVE Cafe | Front Street, Prudhoe | 243 yd | |
| No 22 | 22 Front Street, Prudhoe | 258 yd | |
| Caffe Ginevra | 50 Front Street, Prudhoe | 287 yd | |
| Ziiza Lounge & Grill | 59 Front Street, Prudhoe | 329 yd | |
| Aramee | 59 Front Street, Prudhoe | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wylam Inn | Front Street, Prudhoe | 243 yd | |
| Prudhoe & District United Services Club | Front Street, Prudhoe | 316 yd | |
| Prudhoe Snooker Club | 10 Front Street, Prudhoe | 316 yd | |
| Wor Local Micro Pub | 10 Front Street, Prudhoe | 316 yd | |
| Prudhoe Working Mens Social Club | South Road, Prudhoe | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loon Wah House Chinese Takeaway | 41 Front Street, Prudhoe | 243 yd | |
| A & R Balls Fish & Chips | 39 Front Street, Prudhoe | 243 yd | |
| Tastys Food Limited | 42 Front Street, Prudhoe | 276 yd | |
| Dhillons Fish Inn | 51 Front Street, Prudhoe | 276 yd | |
| New Lotus House | 59 Front Street, Prudhoe | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express Prudhoe | Front Street, Prudhoe | 282 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 8a Front Street, Prudhoe | 316 yd | |
| The Co-operative | Oakfield Terrace, Prudhoe | 451 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adderlane Academy BROOMHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Prudhoe Waterworld Front Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 379 yd |
| The Buzz Factory (Closed) Swalwell Close | health and fitness suite | 703 yd |
| Prudhoe West First School WEST ROAD | 871 yd | |
| Prudhoe Eastwood Middle School (Closed) Broomhouse Road | grass pitches | 915 yd |
| Kimberley Park KIMBERLY PARK KIMBERLY PARK BROOMHOUSE ROAD | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Broomhouse Road Broomhouse Road | grass pitches | 944 yd |
| Prudhoe Football And Sports Centre Moor Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 953 yd |
| Highfield Middle School HIGHFIELD LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 989 yd |
| Eastwoods Park Eastwoods Road | grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 52.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 22.9% |
| 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.9 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.