Stakeford Lane is in Choppington and in Wansbeck district. NE62 5HJ 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 Stakeford Lane, Choppington, NE62 5HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE62 5HL, NE62 5HH, NE62 5HE, NE62 5HN, NE62 5HB, NE62 5EX, NE62 5JZ, NE62 5QA, NE62 5JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE62 5HJ 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 | 52.1% | 51.5% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.9% | 48.5% | 0.6% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NE62 5HJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.4% 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 | 29.5% | 31.8% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 54.4% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 10.2% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 7.4% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 3.9% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 59.2% | 47.3% | -11.9% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 25.1% | 33.6% | 8.5% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 13.3% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 5.5% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 17.1% | 10.6% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 13.8% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 14.8% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.1% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 21.6% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 29.3% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -4.5% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| White | 100% | 99.7% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 99.7% 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% | 99.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 99.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stakeford Lane was 156.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.0% higher than the Choppington average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Stakeford Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Choppington and the 160th highest crime rate of 1,083 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 101.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayside, 9 Windsor Villas, Choppington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-03-26 | £338,707 |
| Wayside, 9 Windsor Villas, Choppington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2017-11-17 | £353,948 |
| Wayside Stakeford Lane, Choppington, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2005-10-31 | £352,183 |
NE62 5HJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 117 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst North Nursery School Second Avenue , NE63 0AX | - not rated | 2,827 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mowbray Primary School Stakeford Lane , Guide Post NE62 5HQ | - not rated | 299 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringway Primary School Ringway , Guide Post NE62 5YP | 3out of 4 | 704 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stakeford Primary School East Ford Road , Stakeford NE62 5TZ | 3out of 4 | 1,109 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Choppington Primary School Eastgate , NE62 5RR | - not rated | 1,383 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Norham Road , NE63 0LF | - not rated | 2,235 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington High School Green Lane , NE63 8DH | - not rated | 2,082 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Academy Green Lane , NE63 8DH | 3out of 4 | 2,082 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hirst High School Lichfield Close , NE63 9RX | - not rated | 3,474 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlingtonshire Community High School Palace Road , NE22 7DS | - not rated | 3,487 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlington Academy Palace Road , NE22 7DS | 3out of 4 | 3,487 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guide Post Middle School Stakeford Lane , Guide Post NE62 5HQ | - not rated | 242 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bothal Middle School High Market , NE63 8NT | - not rated | 2,588 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington Hirst Park Middle School Third Avenue , NE63 9BE | - not rated | 3,072 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Middle School Moorhouse Lane , NE63 9LR | - not rated | 3,357 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedlingtonshire Junior High School Albert Road , NE22 7HJ | - not rated | 3,379 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northumberland College College Road , NE63 9RG | - not rated | 2,718 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 444 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverbank School Seaton Colliery , NE63 0XL | - not rated | 2,667 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gust Independent School 1 Haldane Street , NE63 8SF | - not rated | 2,882 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Independent School Ardlea, Station Road End , NE61 6DR | - not rated | 2,946 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buzz Learning Independent Specialist School 8 Esther Court , Wansbeck Business Park NE63 8AP | - not rated | 2,951 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raffaello's | 31 The Square, Guide Post | 774 yd | |
| Cafe 31 | 7 The Square, Guide Post | 774 yd | |
| Eats & Treats | Stakeford | 1,000 yd | |
| Stakeford Coffee Shop | 40 Gordon Terrace, Stakeford | 1,058 yd | |
| The Riverside Pantry | Riverside Park Caravan Site, Ashington | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree Bar & Grill | Riversdale Avenue, Stakeford | 223 yd | |
| The Shakespeare Tavern | Front Street, Guide Post | 849 yd | |
| Guidepost & District Working Mens Social Club | High Street, Guide Post | 876 yd | |
| Half Moon Inn | Stakeford | 916 yd | |
| Stakeford & Bomarsund Sports & Social Welfare Centre | Gordon Terrace, Stakeford | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinchilla Pizzeria at Sabah's Place | 133-135 Ashington Drive, Stakeford | 514 yd | |
| Ruby Cantonese Takeaway | 131 Ashington Drive, Stakeford | 514 yd | |
| Dilshad Tandoori | 125 Ashington Drive, Stakeford | 514 yd | |
| Kielder 2 Fish Bar | 93 Leander Avenue, Stakeford | 738 yd | |
| The Seahorse Fish & Chips | 16 Front Street, Guide Post | 889 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Store | 38 The Square, Guide Post | 774 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 1-2 Gordon Terrace, Stakeford | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mowbray Primary School STAKEFORD LANE | grass pitches | 204 yd |
| Guide Post Middle School (Closed) Stakeford Lane | grass pitches | 430 yd |
| Stakeford & Bomarsund Sports & Welfare Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,022 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.