newcastle-upon-tyne NE40 Postcodes

Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE40)

The NE40 postcode area is located in the Newcastle Upon Tyne postcode town region, within the county of Tyne and Wear, and contains a total of 581 individual postcodes.

There are 15 electoral wards in the NE40 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 Gateshead Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 21% of people in NE40 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 NE40 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The NE40 postcode covers parts of North East England, including the towns and villages of Tyne & Wear, South Tyneside and Northumberland. It covers the area of Cramlington, Bedlington, Seaton Delaval, Blyth, and Cramlington.

The postcode district is mainly residential, with some industrial and commercial businesses. The main land use within the area is mainly residential; however, there is also some retail, leisure, industrial, and agricultural use.

The major roads that run through the postcode are the A191, A189, A1, A69, A231, and A19, all of which connect the surrounding towns and villages. The A1 can be accessed from the eastern edge of the postcode, as can the A19 and A19M.

One of the major attractions in the area is the Town of Hadrian's Wall, which stretches for 87 miles along the English-Scottish border. This World Heritage Site has been declared a National Park and offers a variety of activities and attractions, including walking trails, museums, and guided tours.

In recent years, there have been a number of green initiatives in the area, such as the Cramlington Green Spaces Scheme and the Delaval Green Spaces Scheme. These schemes aim to protect local green spaces and promote environmental education.

A number of schools are located within the NE40 postcode, with Cramlington being home to Cramlington VC Primary School, Cramlington Learning Village, The King Edward VI Academy, and The Daniel McAulay School. There are also six secondary schools, two further education colleges, and numerous private schools.

Cramlington is home to the Cramlington Pheonix Arts Centre, which offers a wide range of activities, art classes, and performances; while the nearby village of Seaton Delaval houses the Seaton Delaval Hall, a National Trust building with a long history.

Other attractions in the postcode include the South Tyneside County Hall, the Clocktower in Blyth, and the ruins of the 12th Century Seaton Delaval Mansion, as well as many parks, historical landmarks, and outdoor activities.

The NE40 postcode is a vibrant and diverse area, with a range of activities for all ages to enjoy. The area has good transport links, quality education, and a range of leisure activities. It is a great place to settle and enjoy all that North East England has to offer.

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