NE66 4RQ is in Whittingham, Alnwick and Alnwick district. NE66 4RQ is located in the Rothbury 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 Whittingham, Alnwick, NE66 4RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE66 4SH, NE66 4RH, NE66 4RB, NE66 4RA, NE66 4RD, NE66 4SJ, NE66 4RE, NE66 4RF, NE66 4UN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE66 4RQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.8% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.2% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 4RQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.9% 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 | 17.7% | 17.8% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -20.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.7% | 60.9% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 16.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 3.8% | 6.9% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 8% | 10.9% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 45.7% | 38.9% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 38.9% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 16.2% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.2% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 25.3% | 19.4% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 8% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 11.9% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 10.9% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 15.4% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 28.9% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 97.1% | 98.2% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 98.2% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.8% | 37.2% | -8.4% |
| Christian | 61.5% | 46.2% | 15.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around NE66 4RQ was 63.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.5% higher than the Longhorsley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
NE66 4RQ has the 13th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Longhorsley and the 504th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 342.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Percherons, Alnwick, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-02-11 | £370,645 |
| Castle Farm, Alnwick, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2021-07-16 | £650,420 |
| Havannah Cottage, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2019-08-16 | £202,788 |
| Havannah Cottage, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2019-07-19 | £227,867 |
| Havannah Cottage, Alnwick, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2017-06-02 | £205,983 |
NE66 4RQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 4RQ 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 4RQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whittingham Church of England Primary School Whittingham , NE66 4UP | 3out of 4 | 407 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whittingham Church Of England Primary School | grass pitches | 409 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.