Castle View is in Ovingham, Prudhoe and in Tynedale district. NE42 6AU is located in the Bywell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castle View, Ovingham, Prudhoe, NE42 6AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE42 6BB, NE42 6BA, NE42 6BE, NE42 6AZ, NE42 6AT, NE42 6AS, NE42 6BD, NE42 6AX, NE42 6AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE42 6AU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% 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 | 51.4% | 54.5% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 45.5% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 | 19.4% | 24.6% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 49.5% | -11.3% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 13.7% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 8.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 52.9% | 41.8% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 37.9% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 15.6% | 7.0% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 6AU this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.2% | 9.8% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 9.1% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 12.2% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 6.3% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 20.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 39% | -5.4% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96% | 96.8% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 96.9% | 96.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 96.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle View was 55.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.2% higher than the Bywell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castle View has the 7th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Bywell and the 539th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Castle View, Prudhoe, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-11-27 | £324,184 |
| 24 Castle View, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-10-02 | £242,458 |
| 31 Castle View, Prudhoe, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-11-02 | £354,297 |
| 27 Castle View, Prudhoe, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-07-01 | £392,199 |
| 39 Castle View, Prudhoe, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2022-04-08 | £480,344 |
NE42 6AU 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 6AU 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%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Education | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ovingham Church of England First School Ovingham , NE42 6DE | 4out of 4 | 841 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe Castle First School Castle Road , NE42 6PN | 3out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe West Academy West Road , NE42 6HR | 3out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School Highfield Lane , NE42 6EY | 3out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adderlane Academy Broomhill Road , NE42 5HX | 1out of 4 | 1,752 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,001 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ovingham Middle School West Road , Ovingham NE42 6DE | 3out of 4 | 936 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Middle School Highfield Lane , NE42 6EY | 3out of 4 | 1,646 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mowden Hall School Newton , Stocksfield NE43 7TP | - not rated | 5,105 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyne Riverside Country Park Visitor Centre | Station Road, Prudhoe | 641 yd | |
| Dine Contract Catering | Princess Way, Prudhoe | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Swan | Main Road, Ovingham | 355 yd | |
| Adam & Eve Public House | Station Road, Prudhoe | 641 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ovingham Playing Field OVINGHAM PLAYING FIELD OVINGHAM PLAYING FIELD PIPER ROAD | grass pitches | 295 yd |
| Ovingham Church Of England First School | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| Ovingham Middle School | grass pitches | 1,023 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 | 51.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.