Blencathra Court is in St Mary Park, Morpeth and in Northumberland district. NE61 6BX is located in the Ponteland East and Stannington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hexham. This postcode has been in use since 2013-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blencathra Court, St Mary Park, Morpeth, NE61 6BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE61 6AT, NE61 6FE, NE61 6BL, NE61 6FG, NE61 6FD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE61 6BX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.5% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.5% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 17.4% | 33.2% | 15.8% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.9% | 50.5% | -21.4% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 10.4% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 5% | 2% | -3.0% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.8%) 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 | 48.5% | 62.5% | 14.0% | 48.4% | 14.1% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 27.3% | -8.4% | 33.6% | -6.3% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 6.8% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 NE61 6BX this area, 5.4% 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 52%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.8% | 5.4% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -12.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 6.4% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 13.2% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 20.1% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.8% | 52% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 18.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.7% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 96.9% 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% | 96.9% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blencathra Court was 90.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 106.1% higher than the Longhorsley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blencathra Court has the 6th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Longhorsley and the 372nd highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 110.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Blencathra Court, Morpeth, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2020-10-30 | £604,281 |
| 4 Blencathra Court, Morpeth, Northumberland Detached, a newly built property | £494,995 | 2014-07-25 | £743,852 |
| Blencathra House, 3 Blencathra Court, Morpeth, Northumberland Detached, a newly built property | £559,995 | 2014-01-24 | £854,441 |
| 2 Blencathra Court, Morpeth, Northumberland Detached, a newly built property | £484,995 | 2013-12-16 | £742,076 |
| 1 Blencathra Court, Morpeth, Northumberland Detached, a newly built property | £449,995 | 2013-11-29 | £679,965 |
NE61 6BX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 106 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stannington First School Church Road , Stannington NE61 6HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,370 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth First School , Loansdean NE61 2AP | 4out of 4 | 4,276 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeyfields First School Abbot's Way , NE61 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 5,087 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth Stobhillgate First School Stobhillgate , NE61 2HA | - not rated | 5,225 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyloe House Care of: Northumberland County Council , County Hall NE61 2EF | - not rated | 4,181 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northumberland Pupil Referral Unit Hepscott Park , Stannington NE61 6NF | 3out of 4 | 4,663 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Collingwood School & Media Arts College Stobhillgate , NE61 2HA | 3out of 4 | 5,194 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Inn | St Mary Lane, St Mary Park | 269 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.