The Square is in Shilbottle, Alnwick and in Alnwick district. NE66 2YQ is located in the Shilbottle 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 The Square, Shilbottle, Alnwick, NE66 2YQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE66 2WX, NE66 2XW, NE66 2HF, NE66 2XP, NE66 2JJ, NE66 2UL, NE66 2EN, NE66 2YF, NE66 2XN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE66 2YQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 51% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 NE66 2YQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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 | 21.9% | 34.4% | 12.5% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 53.1% | -10.9% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 3.6% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -5.5% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 64.4% | 56.3% | -8.1% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 28.6% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 4.7% | 11.4% | 6.7% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 NE66 2YQ this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.6% | 8.9% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 7.3% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.9% | 14.1% | -7.8% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.1% | 25.5% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 8.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.4% | 37.5% | -2.9% | 33.8% | 3.7% |
| Other | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 100% | 97.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.1% 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% | 95.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 95.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Square was 2.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 97.6% lower than the Amble average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Square has the lowest crime rate of 79 local areas in Amble and the 4th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 The Square, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2016-10-28 | £176,151 |
| 4 The Square, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2009-12-23 | £159,764 |
| 1 The Square, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2008-03-14 | £231,485 |
| 1 The Square, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2006-12-13 | £166,990 |
| 1 The Square, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2006-07-31 | £145,939 |
NE66 2YQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shilbottle Primary School Shilbottle Grange , Shilbottle NE66 2XQ | 2out of 4 | 963 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick South Road , NE66 2NU | - not rated | 4,571 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swansfield Park Primary School The Avenue , NE66 1UL | 4out of 4 | 4,586 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hipsburn Primary School Lesbury , NE66 3PX | 4out of 4 | 5,240 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Howling Lane , NE66 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 5,258 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Duchess's Community High School Taylor Drive , NE66 2DH | 3out of 4 | 3,180 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barndale House School Howling Lane , NE66 1DQ | 3out of 4 | 5,323 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Haven Community Room | 1 The Haven, Shilbottle | 99 yd | |
| The Running Fox Cafe Ltd | Farne Road, Shilbottle | 546 yd | |
| Lal Khazana | Deanmoor Road, Shilbottle | 615 yd | |
| Shilbottle Children & Young Peoples Project (SCYPP) | Grange Road, Shilbottle | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Pizza | Percy Road, Shilbottle | 126 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Village Farm Health Club MIDDLE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 239 yd |
| Shilbottle Colliery Welfare Recreation Ground GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 265 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.