newcastle-upon-tyne NE65 Postcodes

Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE65)

The NE65 postcode area is located in the Newcastle Upon Tyne postcode town region, within the county of Northumberland, and contains a total of 1153 individual postcodes.

There are 124 electoral wards in the NE65 postcode area, including Alnwick, Ashington, Bamburgh, Bedlington, Belford, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Blyth, Boldon Colliery, Chathill, Choppington, Corbridge, Cramlington, East Boldon, Gateshead, Haltwhistle, Hebburn, Hexham, Jarrow, Morpeth, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Newcastle Upon Tyne, North Shields, Prudhoe, Riding Mill, Rowlands Gill, Ryton, Seahouses, South Shields, Stocksfield, Wallsend, Washington, Whitley Bay, Wooler, Wylam which come under the local authority of the Northumberland Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 24% of people in NE65 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of NE65 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The NE65 postcode area is located in the Newcastle Upon Tyne district in the North East of England. It is a large administrative district which is home to several large towns and many smaller villages. This postcode area covers an area to the north of Newcastle such as Stocksfield, Prudhoe and Ovingham, as well as parts of Northumberland such as Gosforth and Fenham. This postcode region also covers the western part of the Northumberland National Park and the surrounding upland areas.

The local population of this postcode area is estimated to be around 35,300 people, which includes a wide range of local inhabitants. The area benefits from good transport connections as the A69 passes through it, connecting Newcastle to Carlisle and further afield to Scotland.

In terms of employment, much of the NE65 is made up of commuters travelling to work in Newcastle. However, the area has a thriving local industry, including Pharmaceuticals, Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Manufacturing. Newcastle Airport is also located within this region, providing a connection to the rest of the country.

In terms of schools, there are many Primary and Secondary level education establishments within the region, including Prudhoe Community High School, Stocksfield Primary School, St Robert's RC Primary School, and more. Nearby universities include Northumbria University and Newcastle University.

When it comes to leisure opportunities, there are plenty to choose from in the NE65 area. There's Balgair Castle, a country house and park near Corbridge, Kielder Water & Forest Park, and Beamish Open-Air Museum, showing the jobs done by people over the last 250 years. For those who love the outdoors, Carlisle's Hadrian's Wall is a must-see, Plus Carlisle Racecourse and Kielder Forest Park also offer a range of activities. Other attractions in the area include Alnwick Castle, Belsay Hall, and Wallington National Trust property.

The NE65 postcode area is part of the Newcastle Upon Tyne district and offers a wide range of activities, attractions, and employment opportunities for local residents. It is a diverse place, offering a wealth of opportunities and a chance to explore the North East's diverse landscape.

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