South Road is in Wooler and in Northumberland district. NE71 6QE is located in the Wooler 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, Wooler, NE71 6QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE71 6AF, NE71 6AG, NE71 6RP, NE71 6NB, NE71 6NF, NE71 6QG, NE71 6NP, NE71 6NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE71 6QE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 50.2% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.3% | 49.8% | -1.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.8% | 24.2% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 48.1% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Separated | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 10% | 13% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 10% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 37.3% | 37.3% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 35.3% | -3.5% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 18.5% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 6.4% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 32.5% | 23.6% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 5.6% | -9.6% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 15% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 9% | 6.8% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 15.5% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 28.8% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 7.4% | 2.6% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 98.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98.9% | 97.6% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97.6% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 19% | 13.5% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Road was 134.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 236.0% higher than the Bamburgh average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
South Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Bamburgh and the 231st highest crime rate of 1,088 local areas in Northumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge End South Road, Wooler, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-05-26 | £352,182 |
| 7 - 9 South Road, Wooler, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £349,950 | 2023-03-24 | £371,935 |
| Bridge End Bothy South Road, Wooler, Northumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-06-30 | £231,838 |
| 15 South Road, Wooler, Northumberland Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2019-11-22 | £497,273 |
| Bridge End Farm South Road, Wooler, Northumberland Other, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2018-04-18 | £441,235 |
NE71 6QE 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 NE71 6QE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wooler First School Brewery Road , NE71 6QF | 3out of 4 | 391 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale Middle School 15 Brewery Lane , NE71 6QF | 3out of 4 | 177 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doddington Dairy Milk Bar | 11 South Road, Wooler | 3 yd | |
| Ad Gefrin | 30 South Road, Wooler | 154 yd | |
| Riverside Bar & Restaurant | South Road, Wooler | 301 yd | |
| The Anchor Inn Kitchen | 2 Cheviot Street, Wooler | 396 yd | |
| The Terrace Cafe | 18 Market Place, Wooler | 421 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Inn | 2 Cheviot Street, Wooler | 396 yd | |
| Black Bull Inn | 2 High Street, Wooler | 505 yd | |
| Angel Inn | 4 High Street, Wooler | 505 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Traybake Fairy | 28 South Road, Wooler | 187 yd | |
| The Perfect Shot | 5 Market Place, Wooler | 426 yd | |
| Fry Fry | 2 Market Place, Wooler | 426 yd | |
| Cindy & Millies Takeaway | 24 Market Place, Wooler | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 10 Market Place, Wooler | 381 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glendale Middle School Brewery Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 281 yd |
| Wooler First School BREWERY ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 308 yd |
| Riverside Country Park RIVERSIDE COUNTRY PARK RIVERSIDE COUNTRY PARK A697 WOOPERTON JUNCTION TO WOOLER | swimming pool | 312 yd |
| Wooler Football Club WEETWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 318 yd |
| Wooler Cricket Club Brewery Road | grass pitches | 524 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.