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Prudhoe

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About

Prudhoe is a town in Northumberland, located along the River Tyne. It sits roughly 10 miles west of Newcastle, making it part of the Tynedale area. The town has a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and industrial heritage, with Prudhoe Castle being a notable landmark. The surrounding landscape includes wooded valleys and open countryside, offering walking routes along the river and nearby paths.

The area has local amenities such as shops, schools, and leisure facilities, catering to residents and visitors. Public transport links connect Prudhoe to nearby towns and Newcastle, providing access to broader services. The town’s history is tied to coal mining and industry, though it now functions as a commuter settlement with a quieter, semi-rural character.

Area overview

On average Prudhoe has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Prudhoe is £40,400 per year. There are 6 schools in Prudhoe: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

8/10

Social housing

18.4%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Prudhoe Population

10,735

Population density

1,201 per km²

Demographics

British

10,304

95.98%

Other White

157

1.46%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.45%

Indian

0.39%

Other Asian

0.38%

Total population: 10,736

Housing

Owns outright

1,629

34.18%

Owns with a mortgage

1,495

31.37%

Other social rented

561

11.77%

Private landlord or letting agency

499

10.47%

Social rents from council

467

9.8%

Total households: 4,766

Property prices in Prudhoe

Based on 121 recent sales, the median property price is £162,000 in Prudhoe area, with individual transactions ranging from £39,025 up to £620,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	33	£290,000	£219,200	£265,000	£345,000	£482,080
Flats	4	£95,625	£65,638	£80,188	£105,000	£105,000
Semi-Detached	52	£158,750	£93,850	£124,750	£185,000	£275,278
Terraced	32	£123,250	£56,061	£110,000	£155,000	£219,250

10 years price trend in Prudhoe

All postcodes in Prudhoe

NE426HN

Dukes Way

NE426LR

Prudhoe

NE426PL

Dukes Way

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail