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Longhorsley

About

Longhorsley ward is located in Northumberland, covering a rural area with a mix of farmland, woodland, and small settlements. The ward includes the village of Longhorsley, which serves as its focal point, along with surrounding hamlets and scattered farms. The landscape is characterised by open fields and patches of forest, typical of the Northumberland countryside. The area is sparsely populated, with a quiet, residential feel.

Local amenities in Longhorsley ward include a village hall, a primary school, and a church, catering to the small community. The ward is well-connected by road, with the A697 running nearby, providing links to Morpeth and the Scottish borders. The surrounding countryside offers walking routes and outdoor activities, with the River Coquet flowing to the north. The ward retains a traditional rural character, with agriculture playing a key role in the local economy.

Area overview

On average Longhorsley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Longhorsley is £50,839 per year. There are 2 schools in Longhorsley: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

10/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Longhorsley Population

4,506

Population density

18.6 per km²

Demographics

British

4,332

96.2%

Other White

1.35%

Indian

0.44%

Irish

0.42%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.31%

Total population: 4,503

Housing

Owns outright

830

41.29%

Owns with a mortgage

627

31.19%

Private landlord or letting agency

271

13.48%

Other social rented

155

7.71%

Other forms of private rent

3.73%

Total households: 2,010

Property prices in Longhorsley

Based on 87 recent sales, the median property price is £335,000 in Longhorsley area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £1,500,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Longhorsley over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	54	£455,476	£267,550	£315,337	£723,542	£1,081,500
Flats	2	£185,000	£113,000	£145,000	£225,000	£257,000
Semi-Detached	22	£227,500	£158,150	£180,625	£238,750	£352,138
Terraced	9	£260,000	£199,000	£249,500	£338,000	£444,400

10 years median price trend in Longhorsley