Beaumont Way is in Prudhoe and in Tynedale district. NE42 6RA is located in the Prudhoe North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beaumont Way, Prudhoe, NE42 6RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE42 6RJ, NE42 6RL, NE42 6RG, NE42 6LQ, NE42 6LG, NE42 6LE, NE42 6RD, NE42 6RB, NE42 6RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE42 6RA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.4% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.6% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE42 6RA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.9% | 24.8% | -7.1% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 62.8% | 5.0% | 44.2% | 18.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5% | 6.4% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 5.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 51.8% | 42.8% | -9.0% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 39.3% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 15.2% | 7.4% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11% | 13.2% | 2.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 11.2% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 14.8% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 19.6% | 2.9% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 33.2% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.2% | 96.6% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 94.6% | 94.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 94.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beaumont Way was 14.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.5% lower than the Prudhoe North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beaumont Way has the 5th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Prudhoe North and the 121st lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Beaumont Way, Prudhoe, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2016-12-19 | £293,833 |
| 11 Beaumont Way, Prudhoe, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £246,000 | 2015-02-26 | £376,235 |
| 5 Beaumont Way, Prudhoe, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £191,000 | 2014-08-29 | £289,347 |
| 6 Beaumont Way, Prudhoe, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2012-09-17 | £248,100 |
| 6 Beaumont Way, Prudhoe, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2003-10-10 | £308,317 |
NE42 6RA 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prudhoe Castle First School Castle Road , NE42 6PN | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School Highfield Lane , NE42 6EY | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prudhoe West Academy West Road , NE42 6HR | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ovingham Church of England First School Ovingham , NE42 6DE | 4out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mickley First School Mickley , West Road NE43 7BG | 3out of 4 | 1,377 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 | 1,193 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 | 835 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ovingham Middle School West Road , Ovingham NE42 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,373 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Products Ltd | Prudhoe | 836 yd | |
| The Field Kitchen | West Road, Mickley | 864 yd | |
| Garden Kitchen | Highfield Lane, Prudhoe | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halfway House Inn | West Road, Prudhoe | 401 yd | |
| The Old Picture House | West Road, Mickley | 1,019 yd | |
| Prudhoe & Mickley Union Club | 45 West Road, Prudhoe | 1,020 yd | |
| Dr Syntax | West Road, Prudhoe | 1,039 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highfield Middle School HIGHFIELD LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 744 yd |
| Prudhoe West First School WEST ROAD | 852 yd | |
| Mickley Football Ground Riding Dene | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| The Buzz Factory (Closed) Swalwell Close | health and fitness suite | 1,010 yd |
| Prudhoe Football And Sports Centre Moor Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,085 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 | 67.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.