Church Cottage is in Lesbury, Alnwick and in Alnwick district. NE66 3AU 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 Church Cottage, Lesbury, Alnwick, NE66 3AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE66 3SG, NE66 3PP, NE66 3PS, NE66 3PR, NE66 3AZ, NE66 3QW, NE66 3QR, NE66 3PD, NE66 3AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE66 3AU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.6% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.4% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 3AU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70.2% 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 | 11.7% | 14.1% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -23.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 74.7% | 70.2% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 26.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 1.8% | 6.7% | 4.9% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 10% | 8% | -2.0% | 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 | 44.9% | 44.1% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 35.4% | -5.0% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 16.4% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 3AU this area, 8.9% 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 55.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.9% | 8.9% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 5.4% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 13.1% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.4% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 9.3% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.4% | 55.6% | 7.2% | 33.8% | 21.8% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.5% | 100% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 96.4% | 96.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 96.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.7% | 37.2% | -13.5% |
| Christian | 67.6% | 46.2% | 21.4% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Cottage was 5.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.3% lower than the Alnwick average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Church Cottage has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Alnwick and the 28th lowest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Church Cottage, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2014-06-23 | £297,822 |
| 2 Church Cottage, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2007-06-29 | £281,200 |
NE66 3AU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE66 3AU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 57% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 176 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| 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 | 638 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longhoughton Church of England Primary School Lacey Street , Longhoughton NE66 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 4,060 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick South Road , NE66 2NU | - not rated | 4,833 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shilbottle Primary School Shilbottle Grange , Shilbottle NE66 2XQ | 2out of 4 | 4,954 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swansfield Park Primary School The Avenue , NE66 1UL | 4out of 4 | 5,420 yd | Community 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 | 4,808 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coast & Castles Holiday Park | C80 Longhoughton To Boulmer Village, Boulmer | 207 yd | |
| Alnmouth & Lesbury Cricket Club | Alnmouth And Lesbury Cricket Club Track, Lesbury | 617 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alnmouth And Lesbury Cricket Club | grass pitches | 497 yd |
| Hotspur Park | grass pitches | 518 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 | 28.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.54 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.54 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.82 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.