St Marys Chare is in Hexham and in Northumberland district. NE46 1NH is located in the Hexham Central with Acomb electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 2007-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Marys Chare, Hexham, NE46 1NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE46 1NQ, NE46 1LW, NE46 3LZ, NE46 1LU, NE46 1LN, NE46 1LZ, NE46 1NF, NE46 1LS, NE46 1BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE46 1NH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.9% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.1% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 39% | 40.4% | 1.4% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39% | 30.9% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -13.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 15.4% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 6.3% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 8% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.7% | 45.8% | -7.9% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 39.8% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 9% | 13% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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.
In the area around NE46 1NH this area, 9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 54.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.2% | 9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 5.3% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 12.2% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 4.8% | 3.9% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 14.3% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.4% | 54.5% | 14.1% | 33.8% | 20.7% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.7% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 91.4% | 95.3% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 95.3% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 4.7% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 40.3% | 46.2% | -5.9% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Marys Chare was 410.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 238.4% higher than the Hexham Central with Acomb average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
St Marys Chare has the 4th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Hexham Central with Acomb and the 41st highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 125.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 The Courtyard St Marys Chare, Hexham, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £1,764,000 | 2019-03-04 | £2,317,325 |
NE46 1NH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Retired | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 19 |
| Other | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham Hencotes , NE46 2EE | - not rated | 236 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sele First School The Sele , NE46 3QZ | 4out of 4 | 312 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hexham First School Beaufront Avenue , NE46 1JD | 3out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb First School Bishops Hill , Main Street NE46 4PL | 3out of 4 | 2,865 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaufront First School Sandhoe , NE46 4LY | 4out of 4 | 3,595 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 | 1,015 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 | 363 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham Highford Lane , NE46 2DD | - not rated | 1,030 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,148 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Dilston College Dilston Hall , NE45 5RJ | - not rated | 4,471 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hextol Tans | 11 St Marys Chare, Hexham | 19 yd | |
| Buongiorno | 20-22 St Marys Chare, Hexham | 19 yd | |
| Salute | 19a St Marys Chare, Hexham | 19 yd | |
| Molly Moos with Jennie | 26 St Marys Chare, Hexham | 56 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 36 Fore Street, Hexham | 78 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grapes | 1 St Marys Chare, Hexham | 19 yd | |
| Hexham Conservative Club | 5-6 Beaumont Street, Hexham | 57 yd | |
| The Globe Inn | 7 Battle Hill, Hexham | 83 yd | |
| The Forum (Wetherspoons) | Market Place, Hexham | 151 yd | |
| Albert Edward Club | Hallgate, Hexham | 156 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paxtons Fish & Chips | 15 Market Place, Hexham | 80 yd | |
| Oven & Grill | 4 Battle Hill, Hexham | 114 yd | |
| New Golden Rice | 44 Priestpopple, Hexham | 214 yd | |
| Hexham Pizza | 13 Priestpopple, Hexham | 214 yd | |
| Pizza Pizza | 18 Priestpopple, Hexham | 214 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Alemouth Road, Hexham | 322 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Maidens Walk, Hexham | 331 yd | |
| Waitrose | Alemouth Road, Hexham | 445 yd | |
| Aldi | 5 Haugh Lane Industrial Estate, Hexham | 559 yd | |
| Co-op Food | West Road(North), Hexham | 997 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| No Limits Gym 35-37 35-37 FORE STREET | health and fitness suite | 47 yd |
| Hexham Swimming Pool (Closed) Gilesgate | swimming pool | 308 yd |
| St Marys Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided First School HENCOTES | grass pitches | 320 yd |
| Sele Park Beaumont Street | grass pitches | 381 yd |
| Wentworth Leisure Centre Wentworth Park Wentworth Park | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 448 yd |
| Hexham Middle School WANLESS LANE | grass pitches | 551 yd |
| Tynedale Sports Club EILANSGATE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 765 yd |
| Tynedale Golf Club | golf | 890 yd |
| Hexham First School Beaufront Avenue | grass pitches | 987 yd |
| Tyne Green Tyne Green | grass pitches | 1,012 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.