Eilansgate is in Hexham and in Tynedale district. NE46 3EJ is located in the Hexham West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Eilansgate, Hexham, NE46 3EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE46 3EQ, NE46 3EH, NE46 3EL, NE46 3EG, NE46 3EN, NE46 3SQ, NE46 3JY, NE46 3EE, NE46 3EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE46 3EJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 49.3% | 49.4% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.6% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 NE46 3EJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% 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 | 18.8% | 18.8% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -19.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.4% | 61.4% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7.9% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 10.2% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 51.5% | 45.7% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 36% | 37% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 12.4% | 3.1% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.5% | 10.6% | 1.1% | 18.2% | -7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 5% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 11.9% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 16.2% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.9% | 50% | 1.1% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 99.4% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 96.8% | 95.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 60.4% | 46.2% | 14.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eilansgate was 22.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.7% lower than the Hexham Central with Acomb average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Eilansgate has the 11th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Hexham Central with Acomb and the 232nd lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornhill Eilansgate, Hexham, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2024-03-15 | £285,752 |
| 3 Eilansgate House Eilansgate, Hexham, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-12-15 | £292,132 |
| 1 Eilansgate House Eilansgate, Hexham, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-08-10 | £361,464 |
| 4 Eilansgate House Eilansgate, Hexham, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2015-10-09 | £239,114 |
| 3 Eilansgate House Eilansgate, Hexham, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2015-09-28 | £270,929 |
NE46 3EJ 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 NE46 3EJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 139 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sele First School The Sele , NE46 3QZ | 4out of 4 | 508 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham Hencotes , NE46 2EE | - not rated | 769 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hexham First School Beaufront Avenue , NE46 1JD | 3out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb First School Bishops Hill , Main Street NE46 4PL | 3out of 4 | 2,556 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaufront First School Sandhoe , NE46 4LY | 4out of 4 | 3,857 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 | 582 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham Highford Lane , NE46 2DD | - not rated | 777 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hexham Middle School Wanless Lane , NE46 1BU | 3out of 4 | 1,166 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 | 1,920 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Dilston College Dilston Hall , NE45 5RJ | - not rated | 5,237 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adapt Cafe | Burn Lane, Hexham | 470 yd | |
| Bouchon Bistrot | 4-6 Gilesgate, Hexham | 530 yd | |
| Core Music | 14 Gilesgate, Hexham | 530 yd | |
| Hextol Catering | 14 Gilesgate, Hexham | 530 yd | |
| Top Nosh | 26b Haugh Lane Industrial Estate, Hexham | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexham Masonic Hall | Westfield Terrace, Hexham | 401 yd | |
| The Tannery | Gilesgate, Hexham | 464 yd | |
| The Fox Inn | West End Terrace, Hexham | 514 yd | |
| RAFA Hexham Branch | 2a Market Street, Hexham | 700 yd | |
| The Heart Of Northumberland | 5 Market Street, Hexham | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paxtons Fish & Chips | 15 Market Place, Hexham | 790 yd | |
| Oven & Grill | 4 Battle Hill, Hexham | 864 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Alemouth Road, Hexham | 902 yd | |
| Sea Chef | 10 St Lukes Road, Hexham | 992 yd | |
| New Golden Rice | 44 Priestpopple, Hexham | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | West Road(North), Hexham | 195 yd | |
| Aldi | 5 Haugh Lane Industrial Estate, Hexham | 664 yd | |
| Tesco | Alemouth Road, Hexham | 902 yd | |
| Waitrose | Alemouth Road, Hexham | 1,056 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tynedale Sports Club EILANSGATE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 177 yd |
| Sele Park Beaumont Street | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Tyne Green Tyne Green | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Hexham Swimming Pool (Closed) Gilesgate | swimming pool | 588 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth High School Whetstone Bridge Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 644 yd |
| Tynedale Golf Club | golf | 670 yd |
| St Marys Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided First School HENCOTES | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Hexham Golf Club Ltd SPITAL PARK SPITAL PARK | golf, squash courts | 730 yd |
| St Josephs Rc Middle School HIGHFORD LANE | grass pitches | 817 yd |
| No Limits Gym 35-37 35-37 FORE STREET | health and fitness suite | 852 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 | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.