Argyle Street is in Alnmouth, Alnwick and in Alnwick district. NE66 2SB is located in the Alnwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Berwick-upon-Tweed. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Argyle Street, Alnmouth, Alnwick, NE66 2SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE66 2RY, NE66 2SH, NE66 2SD, NE66 2RX, NE66 2RT, NE66 2RS, NE66 2RZ, NE66 2SF, NE66 2RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE66 2SB has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 54.8% | 48% | -6.8% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 45.2% | 52% | 6.8% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 27.4% | 24.8% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 49.7% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 5% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 12.4% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 10% | 8.1% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 41.5% | 45.8% | 4.3% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 34.1% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 15.1% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 12.3% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 7.4% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 14.2% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4.9% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 19.8% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.3% | 38.9% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 5.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 97.2% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 95.4% | 95.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 0.6% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 95.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.5% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Argyle Street was 129.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.6% higher than the Alnwick average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Argyle Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Alnwick and the 244th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Argyle Street, Alnwick, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2023-09-06 | £706,198 |
| 18 Argyle Street, Alnwick, Northumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £607,000 | 2023-03-02 | £673,538 |
| 29 Argyle Street, Alnwick, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £206,750 | 2022-08-22 | £212,940 |
| 8 Argyle Street, Alnwick, Northumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-01-28 | £205,955 |
| 30 Argyle Street, Alnwick, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2021-09-30 | £215,412 |
NE66 2SB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NE66 2SB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 NE66 2SB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 55 |
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hipsburn Primary School Lesbury , NE66 3PX | 4out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shilbottle Primary School Shilbottle Grange , Shilbottle NE66 2XQ | 2out of 4 | 4,904 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longhoughton Church of England Primary School Lacey Street , Longhoughton NE66 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 5,387 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Tea Rooms | 58 Northumberland Street, Alnmouth | 96 yd | |
| Alnmouth Village Golf Club Ltd | Marine Road, Alnmouth | 122 yd | |
| Tea Cosy Tea Room & Summer Bistro | 23 Northumberland Street, Alnmouth | 198 yd | |
| The Old School Gallery | Foxton Road, Alnmouth | 541 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion Inn | 22 Northumberland Street, Alnmouth | 198 yd | |
| Sun Inn | 29 Northumberland Street, Alnmouth | 316 yd | |
| Alnmouth Ex-Servicemen's Club | 35 Northumberland Street, Alnmouth | 316 yd | |
| Hope & Anchor Hotel | 42-44 Northumberland Street, Alnmouth | 316 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alnmouth Village Golf Club MARINE ROAD | golf | 140 yd |
| Alnmouth Common (Closed) | grass pitches | 294 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% |
| Median download speed | 44.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 123.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.