Front Street is in Prudhoe and in Northumberland district. NE42 5PU 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 Front Street, Prudhoe, NE42 5PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE42 5HD, NE42 5PZ, NE42 5HF, NE42 5HG, NE42 5PE, NE42 5PY, NE42 5JT, NE42 5JY, NE42 5PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE42 5PU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 53.5% | 47.6% | -5.9% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 46.5% | 52.4% | 5.9% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 | 30.6% | 33.5% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 32% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 17.1% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 8.0% |
| Widowed | 13.7% | 12.6% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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 (63.7%) 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 | 36.6% | 34% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 32% | 29.7% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 20.6% | 29.4% | 8.8% | 12.7% | 16.7% |
| Bad health | 9% | 5.6% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 18%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 20.2% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 9.2% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 19.5% | 6.5% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 11.8% | 6.5% | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 18.8% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 18% | -2.8% | 33.8% | -15.8% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.2% | 98% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 92.7% | 97.4% | 4.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 96.1% | 3.4% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 12.8% | 6.0% | 6.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Front Street was 203.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 310.5% higher than the Prudhoe North average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Front Street has the highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Prudhoe North and the 125th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80A Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2024-07-26 | £106,247 |
| Royston Buildings, 79A Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2006-10-29 | £155,228 |
| Royston Buildings, 79A Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2001-06-29 | £197,110 |
| Royston Buildings, 79A Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2000-11-30 | £183,971 |
| Royston Buildings, 79A Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £48,500 | 1999-04-08 | £214,869 |
NE42 5PU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 5PU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prudhoe West Academy West Road , NE42 6HR | 3out of 4 | 295 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School Highfield Lane , NE42 6EY | 3out of 4 | 381 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe Castle First School Castle Road , NE42 6PN | 3out of 4 | 802 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adderlane Academy Broomhill Road , NE42 5HX | 1out of 4 | 916 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ovingham Church of England First School Ovingham , NE42 6DE | 4out of 4 | 1,453 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 | 697 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 501 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ovingham Middle School West Road , Ovingham NE42 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,560 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oli & Joes | South Road, Prudhoe | 105 yd | |
| Ziiza Lounge & Grill | 59 Front Street, Prudhoe | 200 yd | |
| Aramee | 59 Front Street, Prudhoe | 200 yd | |
| Gloria Restaurant | 55a-55b Front Street, Prudhoe | 200 yd | |
| Caffe Ginevra | 50 Front Street, Prudhoe | 293 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prudhoe Working Mens Social Club | South Road, Prudhoe | 105 yd | |
| Prudhoe & District United Services Club | Front Street, Prudhoe | 161 yd | |
| Prudhoe Snooker Club | 10 Front Street, Prudhoe | 161 yd | |
| Wor Local Micro Pub | 10 Front Street, Prudhoe | 161 yd | |
| Prudhoe & Mickley Union Club | 45 West Road, Prudhoe | 244 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dessert Royale | Front Street, Prudhoe | 50 yd | |
| Thai on the Tyne | 1 West Road, Prudhoe | 98 yd | |
| Lilium Garden | 27 South Road, Prudhoe | 105 yd | |
| New Lotus House | 59 Front Street, Prudhoe | 200 yd | |
| Pizza Pizza | 54 Front Street, Prudhoe | 200 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | Oakfield Terrace, Prudhoe | 85 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 8a Front Street, Prudhoe | 161 yd | |
| Asda Express Prudhoe | Front Street, Prudhoe | 479 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Buzz Factory (Closed) Swalwell Close | health and fitness suite | 251 yd |
| Prudhoe West First School WEST ROAD | 401 yd | |
| Highfield Middle School HIGHFIELD LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 542 yd |
| Prudhoe Waterworld Front Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 646 yd |
| Prudhoe Football And Sports Centre Moor Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 669 yd |
| Adderlane Academy BROOMHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 828 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 | 88.2% |
| 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 | 57.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.