Lacey Street is in Longhoughton, Alnwick and in Alnwick district. NE66 3AH is located in the Longhoughton 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 Lacey Street, Longhoughton, Alnwick, NE66 3AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE66 3AN, NE66 3BF, NE66 3DE, NE66 3JG, NE66 3DD, NE66 3AG, NE66 3BZ, NE66 3JQ, NE66 3NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE66 3AH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 50.6% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 48% | 49.4% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 3AH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.8% 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 | 18% | 19.8% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73.2% | 68.8% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 24.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 4.6% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 3% | 6% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (86.4%) 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 | 56.1% | 48.3% | -7.8% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 38.1% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 8.8% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 3AH this area, 8.2% 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 45.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.3% | 8.2% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 8.2% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 13.6% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 17.9% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.9% | 45.1% | -0.8% | 33.8% | 11.3% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.3% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 95.7% | 95.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 95.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lacey Street was 12.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.6% lower than the Alnwick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lacey Street has the 5th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Alnwick and the 100th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Lacey Street, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2024-07-12 | £243,039 |
| 11 Lacey Street, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-03-05 | £197,764 |
| 29 Lacey Street, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2023-03-06 | £231,154 |
| 10 Lacey Street, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2019-06-10 | £257,035 |
| 10 Lacey Street, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2018-04-25 | £119,777 |
NE66 3AH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE66 3AH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 131 |
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 64 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Education | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longhoughton Church of England Primary School Lacey Street , Longhoughton NE66 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 146 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hipsburn Primary School Lesbury , NE66 3PX | 4out of 4 | 4,520 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Running Fox Cafe Ltd | 26 North End, Longhoughton | 156 yd | |
| Company B | North End, Longhoughton | 440 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Village Playing Field Crowlea Road | grass pitches | 151 yd |
| Westfield Park PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 398 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 | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| 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 | 58.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.