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Bedlington Town

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About

Bedlington is a former mining town in Northumberland, located about 10 miles northeast of Newcastle upon Tyne. The town is set along the River Blyth and surrounded by green spaces, including Bedlington Country Park, which offers walking trails and wildlife spotting. The area retains a mix of historic architecture, with Victorian terraces and former colliery buildings alongside modern housing developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and leisure facilities, catering to the needs of residents.

The town has strong transport links, with the A1 road nearby and regular bus services connecting to nearby towns and cities. Bedlington’s industrial past is still visible, though the economy has shifted towards retail and light industry. Community events, such as the annual carnival, bring locals together. The nearby Northumberland coastline and countryside provide opportunities for outdoor activities, making it a practical base for exploring the region.

Area overview

On average Bedlington Town has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 80 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bedlington Town is £42,400 per year. There are 5 schools in Bedlington Town: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
80
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
13.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bedlington Town Population
8,477
Population density
649.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,221
96.99%
Other White
61
0.72%
Other Asian
26
0.31%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
21
0.25%
White and Asian (mixed)
20
0.24%
Total population: 8,476

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,468
38.78%
Owns with a mortgage
1,254
33.13%
Private landlord or letting agency
373
9.85%
Other social rented
294
7.77%
Social rents from council
283
7.48%
Total households: 3,785

Property prices in Bedlington Town

Based on 151 recent sales, the median property price is £204,000 in Bedlington Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £637,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bedlington Town in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bedlington Town over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached67£305,000
Flats2£62,500
Semi-Detached57£180,000
Terraced25£145,000

10 years median price trend in Bedlington Town

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bedlington Town.

All postcodes in Bedlington Town

NE226BJ

Penny Lane

NE226BS

Netherton Lane

NE226HU

Catholic Row

NE226LP

Hartford Court

NE225SW

Acorn Avenue

NE226BZ

Keel Gardens

NE226DX

Netherton Lane

NE226FW

Bedlington Town

NE226ES

Forster Avenue

NE226EW

Briardale

NE226LL

Deanery Street

NE226AL

Hartford Bank

NE225DH

Barrington Court

NE225EA

Millfield

NE225PB

East Riggs

NE225TT

Front Street West

NE226JP

Lanchester Green

NE226JW

Bonchester Close

NE226JX

Front Street West

NE226NY

Clitheroe Gardens

NE227FH

Vulcan Place

NE225AF

Front Street East

NE225RT

Church Lane

NE225SD

Church Lane

NE225UG

Clovelly Gardens

NE226DR

Netherton Lane

NE226HY

Hartford Crescent

NE226HZ

Demesne Drive

NE226ND

Chipchase Close

NE625TH

Choppington Road

NE225TL

Front Street West

NE225SY

Windsor Gardens

NE226AP

Bedlington Town

NE226DD

Netherton Lane

NE226DT

Keel Gardens

NE226ET

Forster Avenue

NE227LZ

Bayberry Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.