South Road is in Belford and in Northumberland district. NE70 7NN is located in the Bamburgh 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 South Road, Belford, NE70 7NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE70 7NQ, NE70 7ER, NE70 7NW, NE70 7NP, NE70 7NJ, NE70 7DE, NE70 7NG, NE70 7ES, NE70 7NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE70 7NN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 52.8% | 5.0% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 52.2% | 47.2% | -5.0% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 NE70 7NN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 26.2% | 27.2% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 51.7% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 9.3% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 42.4% | 36% | -6.4% | 48.4% | -12.4% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 41% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 7.4% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 14.2% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 7.7% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 19.8% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 11.6% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 13.9% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 16.8% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 29.4% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 99.5% | 97.6% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 99.4% 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 | 97.2% | 99.4% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 99.4% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Road was 97.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 142.8% higher than the Bamburgh average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
South Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Bamburgh and the 354th highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lodge South Road, Belford, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-03-03 | £245,291 |
| South Lodge South Road, Belford, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2014-04-07 | £152,368 |
NE70 7NN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE70 7NN 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 | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belford Primary School West Street , NE70 7QD | 3out of 4 | 480 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Well House Coffee Shop | 33 High Street, Belford | 254 yd | |
| Bell View Cafe | 33 West Street, Belford | 463 yd | |
| Sunnyhills Farm Shop | South Road, Belford | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Salmon | 31 High Street, Belford | 254 yd | |
| The Black Swan Hotel | Market Place, Belford | 333 yd | |
| Blue Bell Hotel | Market Place, Belford | 369 yd | |
| Belford Golf Club | South Road, Belford | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Dory Fish & Chip Shop | 8 West Street, Belford | 429 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op | West Street, Belford | 429 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Belford Golf Club South Road | golf | 180 yd |
| Belford Football Club (The Meadows) CROFTFIELD | grass pitches | 197 yd |
| St Mary'S Church Of England Middle School (Closed) WILLIAMS WAY | grass pitches | 488 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.