Woodhorn Drive is in Choppington and in Wansbeck district. NE62 5EP is located in the Choppington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wansbeck. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Woodhorn Drive, Choppington, NE62 5EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE62 5AA, NE62 5EW, NE62 5EN, NE62 5XR, NE62 5ER, NE62 5ES, NE62 5AB, NE62 5EE, NE62 5XS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE62 5EP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 51.1% | 47.7% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 52.3% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 | 27.7% | 30.5% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 47.7% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 12.2% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 46.2% | 43.8% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 34.4% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 15% | 15.2% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.9% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.6% | 16% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 12% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 21.5% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 8.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 23% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 18.5% | -5.0% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 1.9% | 4% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.3% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 98.9% | 99.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 99.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodhorn Drive was 83.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.6% lower than the Choppington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodhorn Drive has the 16th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Choppington and the 402nd highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 126 Woodhorn Drive, Choppington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £32,000 | 2025-04-22 | £32,847 |
| 102 Woodhorn Drive, Choppington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £17,000 | 2025-03-11 | £17,000 |
| 134 Woodhorn Drive, Choppington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £20,000 | 2025-03-04 | £20,000 |
| 116 Woodhorn Drive, Choppington, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £21,500 | 2025-02-10 | £22,222 |
| 37 Woodhorn Drive, Choppington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-11-15 | £156,689 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mowbray Primary School Stakeford Lane , Guide Post NE62 5HQ | 3out of 4 | 261 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringway Primary School Ringway , Guide Post NE62 5YP | 3out of 4 | 439 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stakeford Primary School East Ford Road , Stakeford NE62 5TZ | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Choppington Primary School Eastgate , NE62 5RR | 3out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bothal Primary School Wansbeck Road , NE63 8HZ | 3out of 4 | 2,211 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 1out of 4 | 2,036 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Duke's Secondary School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | 2out of 4 | 3,813 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy Ridge Terrace , NE22 6ED | 2out of 4 | 3,869 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 1out of 4 | 3,908 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleaswell Hill School School Avenue , Guide Post NE62 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 247 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 2,812 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 2,825 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Within YMCA Northumberland , North View NE63 9XQ | - not rated | 2,900 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA Castle School Academy Road , NE63 9FZ | - not rated | 3,890 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raffaello's | 31 The Square, Guide Post | 703 yd | |
| Cafe 31 | 7 The Square, Guide Post | 703 yd | |
| The Riverside Pantry | Riverside Park Caravan Site, Ashington | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree Bar & Grill | Riversdale Avenue, Stakeford | 436 yd | |
| The Shakespeare Tavern | Front Street, Guide Post | 733 yd | |
| Guidepost & District Working Mens Social Club | High Street, Guide Post | 855 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinchilla Pizzeria at Sabah's Place | 133-135 Ashington Drive, Stakeford | 361 yd | |
| Ruby Cantonese Takeaway | 131 Ashington Drive, Stakeford | 361 yd | |
| Dilshad Tandoori | 125 Ashington Drive, Stakeford | 361 yd | |
| The Seahorse Fish & Chips | 16 Front Street, Guide Post | 784 yd | |
| Kielder 2 Fish Bar | 93 Leander Avenue, Stakeford | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Store | 38 The Square, Guide Post | 703 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mowbray Primary School STAKEFORD LANE | grass pitches | 260 yd |
| Guide Post Middle School (Closed) Stakeford Lane | grass pitches | 299 yd |
| Guide Post MORPETH CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,044 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 | 27.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.