Black Bull Lane is in Haltwhistle and in Northumberland district. NE49 0BT is located in the Haltwhistle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Black Bull Lane, Haltwhistle, NE49 0BT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE49 0BL, NE49 0AA, NE49 0BQ, NE49 0AZ, NE49 0BS, NE49 0BN, NE49 0BU, NE49 0DN, NE49 0BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE49 0BT is primarily male, with 57.9% of the population 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 | 51.3% | 42.1% | -9.2% | 51.0% | -8.9% |
| Male | 48.7% | 57.9% | 9.2% | 49.0% | 8.9% |
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 | 40.6% | 31.9% | -8.7% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 34.5% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -9.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 4.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 22.3% | 8.6% | 9.1% | 13.2% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 40.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -11.2% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 36.8% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 20.3% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 26.9% | 21.8% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 10% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 18.3% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.9% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 15.3% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 23.1% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 99.2% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.4% | 97.3% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 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 | 97.1% | 97.7% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Black Bull Lane was 169.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 193.0% higher than the Haltwhistle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Black Bull Lane has the highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Haltwhistle and the 142nd highest crime rate of 1,083 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bull Cottage Black Bull Lane, Haltwhistle, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2003-10-29 | £215,151 |
NE49 0BT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haltwhistle Primary Academy Park Avenue , NE49 9BA | 4out of 4 | 549 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haltwhistle Community Campus Lower School Woodhead Lane , NE49 9DP | - not rated | 549 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haltwhistle Community Campus Lower School Woodhead Lane , NE49 9DP | - not rated | 549 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haltwhistle Lower School Academy Woodhead Lane , NE49 9DP | - not rated | 549 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhead Church of England Nursery and Primary School Greenhead , CA8 7HB | 3out of 4 | 5,266 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haltwhistle Upper School Academy Park Avenue , NE49 9BA | - not rated | 612 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haltwhistle Community Campus Upper School Haltwhistle Community Campus , Park Avenue NE49 9BA | - not rated | 612 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haltwhistle Community Campus Upper School Haltwhistle Community Campus , Park Avenue NE49 9BA | - not rated | 612 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haltwhistle Middle Academy Park Avenue , NE49 9BA | - not rated | 781 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brew Bar | Market Square, Haltwhistle | 19 yd | |
| The Snack Bar | 1 Market Square, Haltwhistle | 19 yd | |
| Jethros | Market Square, Haltwhistle | 45 yd | |
| Pillar Box Cafe | Main Street, Haltwhistle | 66 yd | |
| Bonnie's | 16 Westgate, Haltwhistle | 115 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Bull | Market Square, Haltwhistle | 19 yd | |
| Manor House Inn | Main Street, Haltwhistle | 70 yd | |
| Centre Of Britain Hotel | Main Street, Haltwhistle | 72 yd | |
| Haltwhistle & District Working Mens Club | Main Street, Haltwhistle | 165 yd | |
| Haltwhistle Comrades Club | Central Place, Haltwhistle | 174 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fryery | Main Street, Haltwhistle | 19 yd | |
| The Yellow Bird Cafe | Main Street, Haltwhistle | 66 yd | |
| Lucky Palace | Main Street, Haltwhistle | 72 yd | |
| Oceans Takeaway / Cafe | Main Street, Haltwhistle | 92 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Fair Hill, Haltwhistle | 209 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haltwhistle Burn Football Pitch Willia Road | grass pitches | 391 yd |
| Haltwhistle Swimming & Leisure Centre WOODHEAD LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 502 yd |
| Haltwhistle Middle Academy PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Hadrian Works HADRIAN WORKS HADRIAN WORKS | grass pitches | 829 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.