Valley View is in Hexham and in Tynedale district. NE46 1EF is located in the Hexham East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Valley View, Hexham, NE46 1EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE46 1EE, NE46 1EQ, NE46 1EA, NE46 1DJ, NE46 1EB, NE46 1DH, NE46 1DS, NE46 1DU, NE46 1DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE46 1EF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 48.6% | 47.3% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 51.4% | 52.7% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE46 1EF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.6% | 45.7% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.8% | 34.8% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 10.4% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 6.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.7% | 39.8% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 41.8% | 36.9% | -4.9% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 15.8% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.7% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.3% | 28% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 13.4% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 15.5% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7.3% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 15.5% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 15.5% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 4.7% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.9% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 96.5% | 95% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.5% | 76.7% | -8.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 29% | 13.5% | 15.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Valley View was 108.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.8% lower than the Hexham Central with Acomb average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Valley View has the 8th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Hexham Central with Acomb and the 302nd highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Valley View, Hexham, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2025-01-09 | £83,688 |
| 9 Valley View, Hexham, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £62,750 | 2007-11-19 | £82,882 |
| 10 Valley View, Hexham, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2007-09-28 | £174,823 |
| 9 Valley View, Hexham, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £32,000 | 1997-07-18 | £134,277 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hexham First School Beaufront Avenue , NE46 1JD | 3out of 4 | 311 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham Hencotes , NE46 2EE | - not rated | 943 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sele First School The Sele , NE46 3QZ | 4out of 4 | 1,168 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb First School Bishops Hill , Main Street NE46 4PL | 3out of 4 | 3,422 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaufront First School Sandhoe , NE46 4LY | 4out of 4 | 3,563 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth High School Whetstone Bridge Road , NE46 3JB | 3out of 4 | 1,768 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hexham Middle School Wanless Lane , NE46 1BU | 3out of 4 | 499 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham Highford Lane , NE46 2DD | - not rated | 1,698 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corbridge Middle School Cow Lane , NE45 5HX | 3out of 4 | 5,190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hexham Priory School Corbridge Road , NE46 1UY | 4out of 4 | 531 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Dilston College Dilston Hall , NE45 5RJ | - not rated | 3,700 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVS Cafe and Shop | Corbridge Road, Hexham | 447 yd | |
| Zyka | 44 Priestpopple, Hexham | 671 yd | |
| Vercelli's | 36 Priestpopple, Hexham | 671 yd | |
| Hexham Fish Bar | 48 Priestpopple, Hexham | 671 yd | |
| Saathi Indian Restaurant | 28 Priestpopple, Hexham | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Ants | 22 Priestpopple, Hexham | 568 yd | |
| The Phoenix | 3 Chisholm Place, Hexham | 606 yd | |
| The Coach & Horses | 32-34 Priestpopple, Hexham | 671 yd | |
| The Victorian Tap | 1 Eastgate, Hexham | 718 yd | |
| Albert Edward Club | Hallgate, Hexham | 790 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Golden Rice | 44 Priestpopple, Hexham | 671 yd | |
| Hexham Pizza | 13 Priestpopple, Hexham | 671 yd | |
| Pizza Pizza | 18 Priestpopple, Hexham | 671 yd | |
| Indus Group | Station Road, Hexham | 702 yd | |
| Oven & Grill | 4 Battle Hill, Hexham | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Maidens Walk, Hexham | 550 yd | |
| Waitrose | Alemouth Road, Hexham | 838 yd | |
| Tesco | Alemouth Road, Hexham | 904 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hexham First School Beaufront Avenue | grass pitches | 212 yd |
| Hexham Middle School WANLESS LANE | grass pitches | 381 yd |
| No Limits Gym 35-37 35-37 FORE STREET | health and fitness suite | 813 yd |
| Wentworth Leisure Centre Wentworth Park Wentworth Park | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 840 yd |
| Dukeshouse Wood | grass pitches | 853 yd |
| St Marys Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided First School HENCOTES | 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 | 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 | 43.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.26 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.26 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.