Dacre Street is in Morpeth and in Castle Morpeth district. NE61 1HW is located in the Morpeth North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wansbeck. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dacre Street, Morpeth, NE61 1HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE61 1HT, NE61 1HS, NE61 1JD, NE61 1HU, NE61 1HQ, NE61 1JB, NE61 1BW, NE61 1JA, NE61 1EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE61 1HW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 56% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.3% | 56% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 5.0% |
| Male | 43.7% | 44% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -5.0% |
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 NE61 1HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% 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 | 16.5% | 16.8% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -21.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 57.1% | 4.6% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 7% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 21.5% | 17.1% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 11.0% |
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 | 48.4% | 49.4% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 28.8% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 15.4% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 4.2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 54%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 10.8% | -10.1% | 18.2% | -7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.7% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 11.1% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.1% | 10.2% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.8% | 54% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 20.2% |
| Other | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.6% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 95.9% | 95.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 95.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.6% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dacre Street was 53.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.3% lower than the Morpeth North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dacre Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 15 local areas in Morpeth North and the 525th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 14 St. James Place, 7 Dacre Street, Morpeth, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2024-08-23 | £388,767 |
| 6 Dacre Court Dacre Street, Morpeth, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £246,000 | 2024-07-04 | £250,862 |
| Apartment 10 St. James Place, 7 Dacre Street, Morpeth, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2024-06-28 | £367,831 |
| 1 Dacre Court Dacre Street, Morpeth, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-03-29 | £318,847 |
| 10 Dacre Street, Morpeth, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-01-30 | £257,520 |
NE61 1HW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE61 1HW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 156 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Robert's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided First School Oldgate , NE61 1QF | 3out of 4 | 358 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeyfields First School Abbot's Way , NE61 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 983 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth All Saints Church of England Aided First School Pinewood Drive , Lancaster Park NE61 3RD | 3out of 4 | 1,319 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth Stobhillgate First School Stobhillgate , NE61 2HA | - not rated | 1,681 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth First School , Loansdean NE61 2AP | 4out of 4 | 1,859 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King Edward VI Academy Cottingwood Lane , NE61 1DN | 4out of 4 | 628 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morpeth Chantry Middle School Mitford Road , NE61 1RQ | 2out of 4 | 736 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth Newminster Middle School Mitford Road , NE61 1RH | 2out of 4 | 825 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collingwood School & Media Arts College Stobhillgate , NE61 2HA | 3out of 4 | 1,744 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kyloe House Care of: Northumberland County Council , County Hall NE61 2EF | - not rated | 2,031 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northumberland Pupil Referral Unit Hepscott Park , Stannington NE61 6NF | 3out of 4 | 4,987 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa @Next Morpeth | Stanley Terrace, Morpeth | 237 yd | |
| Cafe Des Amis | 52 Newgate Street, Morpeth | 251 yd | |
| Martino Lounge | 22-23 Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth | 267 yd | |
| Barluga | 3d Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth | 275 yd | |
| Central Bean Coffee House | 21 Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morpeth Masonic Hall | 13 Dacre Street, Morpeth | 79 yd | |
| Tap & Spile | Manchester Street, Morpeth | 203 yd | |
| The White Swan | 18 Newgate Street, Morpeth | 279 yd | |
| Morpeth Conservative & Unionist Club | 41 Newgate Street, Morpeth | 281 yd | |
| Black Bull | 47 Bridge Street, Morpeth | 308 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morpeth Fish & Chips | 10 Newgate Street, Morpeth | 279 yd | |
| Royal Chef | 57 Newgate Street, Morpeth | 302 yd | |
| Boulevards | 4c Market Place, Morpeth | 325 yd | |
| Morpeth Pizza & Grill | 46 Bridge Street, Morpeth | 359 yd | |
| Subway | 3 Market Place West, Morpeth | 367 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Stanley Terrace, Morpeth | 237 yd | |
| Morrisons | Dark Lane, Morpeth | 249 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 24-27 Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth | 275 yd | |
| Iceland | 8 Bridge Street, Morpeth | 375 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Healthlands Club (Morpeth) First Floor First Floor Sanderson Arcade | health and fitness suite | 280 yd |
| Tropicana Health & Fitness Club Newgate Street | health and fitness suite | 348 yd |
| St Roberts Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided First School OLDGATE | grass pitches | 411 yd |
| Morpeth Riverside Leisure Centre New Market | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 534 yd |
| Lifespan (Ladies Only)(Morpeth) (Closed) Morpeth Court Morpeth Court Castle Bank | health and fitness suite | 624 yd |
| The King Edward Vi School COTTINGWOOD LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 686 yd |
| Chantry Middle School Mitford Road | grass pitches | 851 yd |
| Newminster Middle School MITFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Swinneys Field EAST MILL EAST MILL WHORRAL BANK | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Morpeth Rugby Football Club Limited MORPETH RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB MORPETH RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB MORPETH RUGBY CLUB CAR PARK ACCESS | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 963 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 | 59.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.