NE46 3BF postcode in Hexham, Northumberland
NE46 3BF is a postcode in Hexham, in the Hexham North ward of Northumberland. It is in the Hexham parliamentary constituency and the Northumbria police force area, and has been in use since February 2009.
Where NE46 3BF is, and what is near it
- NE46 3BF
- Other postcodes in NE46 3: press one for its page
- 4 schools
- 2 railway stations
- 3 GP practices
- 1 bus stop
- 7 EV charging points
- Further out, with the distance
Points are centre points, not buildings, and nothing drawn is a boundary. Names in italics are council wards: we hold no town or village names here. Open this area on OpenStreetMap (latitude 54.9751, longitude -2.1063)
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) Postcode Directory, August 2026, loaded 20 October 2026; schools: Department for Education; stations and bus stops: Department for Transport; GP practices: NHS England; charging points: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence; street map: Ordnance Survey, OS Open Zoomstack, Open Government Licence v3.0, drawn with MapLibre. How we use them
Who looks after NE46 3BF?
- NorthumberlandCouncil, for all local services Northumberland: bins, council tax, planning
- Council tax bandSet for each home, not for a postcode. The bands and a year's charge around NE46 3BF Check a council tax band on GOV.UK
- NorthumbriaPolice force area
- HexhamParliamentary constituency. Its MP is Joe Morris (Labour), as Parliament lists them. Contact Joe Morris
ONS places a whole postcode in one council, one ward and one constituency, from a single point. A few postcodes cross a boundary, so an address at the edge can belong to the one next door. Your council tax bill or your poll card settles it for your address.
Council, police force area and constituency: ONS Postcode Directory, August 2026. The MP: UK Parliament, read 14 October 2026.
What broadband can you get at NE46 3BF?
Every home and business at NE46 3BF can get gigabit broadband from a line, Ofcom says.
Share of homes and businesses that can get it
Gigabit (1,000 Mbit/s)
Superfast (30 Mbit/s or more)
Source: Ofcom, Connected Nations, Spring 2026, data for January 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
When are the bins collected at NE46 3BF?
BinDayBuddy does not read Northumberland County Council's collection days yet, so the council's own checker is the place to look.
Northumberland County Council's bin daysSource: BinDayBuddy, built from councils' own collection systems and public data. BinDayBuddy is run by Towpath Digital, which also runs this site. How we use it
Is NE46 3BF at risk of flooding?
From rivers and the sea, long term
Very low riskThe Environment Agency counts 2 homes and businesses at NE46 3BF. 2 are in an area at very low risk of flooding from rivers or the sea.
High: 3.3% or more a year (1 in 30). Medium: 1% to 3.3% a year. Low: 0.1% to 1% a year. Very low: under 0.1% a year (1 in 1,000). Each band is the chance of flooding in any one year.
Rivers and the sea only, for the land around buildings, not each building. GOV.UK's checker answers for one address, surface water included.
Source: Environment Agency, Risk of Flooding from Rivers and Sea (postcodes in areas at risk), published 6 July 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
From surface water, across Northumberland
The Environment Agency publishes this for the whole council, not for NE46 3BF: 6,722 properties in Northumberland are at high risk (3% of all its properties). All the figures for Northumberland
Source: Environment Agency, Risk of Flooding from Surface Water, properties at risk by local authority, version 2025-09, listed 18 September 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Flood warnings
The centre of NE46 3BF is in 2 of the Environment Agency's flood warning areas. No warning or alert was in force for them at 18:21 on 22 October 2026.
- Cockshaw Burn at Upper HexhamFlood warning areaIts warnings on GOV.UK: Cockshaw Burn at Upper Hexham
- River TyneFlood alert areaIts warnings on GOV.UK: River Tyne
Source: Environment Agency, flood warning areas read 17 October 2026; warnings in force checked at 18:21 on 22 October 2026, using Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta). Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use these
What do homes sell for near NE46 3BF?
Homes in NE46 3 sold for a typical £315,000 in the 12 months to August 2026, across 59 sales, up 16.7% on the 12 months before, HM Land Registry's figures show.
- Detached £500,000 13 sales
- Semi-detached £370,000 11 sales
- Terraced £249,000 27 sales
- Flat or maisonette £165,000 8 sales
Each bar is that kind's typical price, against the most expensive kind here.
Across the whole NE46 district: a typical £310,000 from 178 sales.
How we work this out: house prices by postcodeSource: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, files dated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Homes sold in NE46 3BF
HM Land Registry records no standard sales of homes in NE46 3BF from January 2024 to August 2026. The prices above are for the homes around it.
Sales at market value to a private buyer; the latest months are not complete. Own or live in a home listed here and would rather it were not? Ask us to take it off.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, files dated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
What council tax band are homes near NE46 3BF?
The Valuation Office Agency counts about 1,310 homes in the neighbourhood around NE46 3BF. The largest share of them, 42%, are in council tax band A. More were built before 1900 than in any other period (28%). A home's own band is set for that home: check it on GOV.UK.
Council tax bands, and a year's council tax
Band D in Northumberland for 2026‑27: £2,597. For the bands the homes here are in, a year's council tax runs from £1,731 (band A) to £4,328 (band G); band A, the most common, is £1,731.
| Band | Homes around here | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Band A | about 550 (42%) | £1,731 |
| Band B | about 360 (27%) | £2,020 |
| Band C | about 140 (11%) | £2,308 |
| Band D | about 80 (6%) | £2,597 |
| Band E | about 40 (3%) | £3,174 |
| Band F | about 70 (5%) | £3,751 |
| Band G | about 70 (5%) | £4,328 |
| Band H | withheld | £5,194 |
When the homes were built
- 28% Before 1900
- 14% 1900 to 1918
- 7% 1919 to 1939
- 10% 1945 to 1964
- 10% 1965 to 1982
- 19% 1983 to 1999
- 5% 2000 to 2009
- 5% 2010 to 2019
- 2% 2020 or later
Averages for Northumberland before discounts, not any one home's bill.
Council tax: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027, Table 10, published 25 March 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Counts for the neighbourhood the centre of NE46 3BF is in (ONS area E01027476), rounded by the VOA.
Check one home's band on GOV.UKSource: Valuation Office Agency, Council Tax: stock of properties, at 31 March 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which schools are near NE46 3BF?
The nearest open schools to NE46 3BF, in a straight line. Distance is not a catchment.
Primary
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools, read 17 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. Each school opens its own record there. How we use it
Where is the nearest station to NE46 3BF?
The nearest railway station to the centre of NE46 3BF is Hexham Rail Station, 750 metres away in a straight line.
- Hexham Rail Station Railway station 750 mWalk
- Corbridge Rail Station Railway station 5.7 kmDrive
Straight-line distances from the centre point, not routes. Walk: under 1.2 km. Cycle: 1.2 to 5 km. Drive: further.
1 bus stop within 400 metres, the nearest Aldi, 311 m away.
More stations near NE46 3BF, and how we find themSource: Department for Transport, NaPTAN, read 17 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which GP surgeries are near NE46 3BF?
The nearest GP practices to the centre of NE46 3BF, in a straight line. Each sets the area it takes patients from. In England, each opens its page at the Care Quality Commission, which inspects and rates it.
- Burn Brae Medical Group Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report February 2026 · Phone 01434 603627 900 mWalk
- The Sele Medical Practice Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report March 2020, over 3 years old · Phone 01434 602237 900 mWalk
- Corbridge Health Centre Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report October 2022, over 3 years old · Phone 01434 632011 6.0 kmDrive
Source: NHS England, Organisation Data Service (GP practices), read 17 October 2026; ratings: Care Quality Commission, 1 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Where can I charge an electric car near NE46 3BF?
The nearest charging points to the centre of NE46 3BF, as OpenStreetMap had them on 20 October 2026:
- A charging point Charging point · 4 chargers · Type 2 250 mWalk
- A charging point Charging point · No details mapped 450 mWalk
- A charging point Charging point · No details mapped 500 mWalk
OpenStreetMap is mapped by volunteers. It does not have every charger, and not every one it has gives its speed or plugs. Check a charger's own app before you set off.
See more chargers on Open Charge MapSource: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence, map as of 20 October 2026. How we use it
Which dentists are near NE46 3BF?
The nearest to the centre of NE46 3BF, in a straight line. Those in England open their page at the Care Quality Commission, which inspects them. It gives few dentists a rating.
- Abbey Dental Practice Phone 01434 609909 500 mWalk
- Hencotes Dental Practice Phone 01434 602227 550 mWalk
- Battle Hill Dental Practice Phone 01434 602678 650 mWalk
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which hospitals are nearest to NE46 3BF?
The nearest NHS and private hospitals and clinics in England, in a straight line, with the Care Quality Commission's latest overall rating. One in Wales or Scotland may be nearer.
- Hexham General Hospital Care Quality Commission rating: Outstanding CQC report September 2023, over 3 years old · Phone 0844 811 8111 900 mWalk
- Shotley Bridge Community Hospital Phone 01325 380100 20.6 kmDrive
Not every hospital has an accident and emergency department. In an emergency, call 999.
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026, ratings of 1 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which care homes are near NE46 3BF?
The nearest care homes to the centre of NE46 3BF, in a straight line, with the Care Quality Commission's latest overall rating.
- Carntyne Residential Care Home Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report September 2021, over 3 years old · Phone 01434 600195 650 mWalk
- Acomb Court Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report March 2026 · Phone 01434 604357 1.1 kmWalk
- Oaklands Care Quality Commission rating: Requires improvement CQC report January 2025 · Phone 01434 600684 1.1 kmWalk
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026, ratings of 1 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which pharmacies are near NE46 3BF?
The nearest NHS pharmacies to the centre of NE46 3BF, in a straight line. Those in England show the opening hours they gave the NHS (list published July 2026) and open their page on the NHS website. A few work online or by post only: check before you go.
- Tesco Instore Pharmacy, Tynedale Retail Park Mon to Sat 9am to 9pm; Sun 10am to 4pm · Phone 0345 677 9873 550 mWalk
- Boots, 7 Fore Street Mon to Fri 9am to 5:30pm; Sat 8:30am to 5pm; Sun closed 600 mWalk
- Hexham Pharmacy Mon to Fri 8:30am to 6:30pm; Sat and Sun closed · Phone 01434 603596 900 mWalk
Hours can change on bank holidays. For urgent help when a pharmacy is closed, call NHS 111.
Source: NHS Business Services Authority (phone numbers: NHS Organisation Data Service), Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which vets are near NE46 3BF?
The nearest vets to the centre of NE46 3BF on OpenStreetMap, in a straight line. Each opens its entry on the map, with its opening hours and website where they are mapped.
- Hadrian Vets Phone +44 1434 602703 1.1 kmWalk
- Westway Veterinary Group 5.7 kmDrive
- Orchard House Veterinary Centre Phone +44 1661 843 259 12.5 kmDrive
OpenStreetMap may not have every vet. Out of hours, ring your own vet’s number first: the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons says vets in practice must arrange round-the-clock emergency first aid and pain relief, themselves or through another service.
Source: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence, map as of 20 October 2026. How we use it
Is NE46 3BF in a conservation area?
The centre of NE46 3BF is in one area with planning rules of its own, as planning.data.gov.uk holds them:
Work on a home here, and on its trees, may need permission that it would not need elsewhere. The council's planning team has the rules for one address. Not every council has sent all its data.
Source: planning.data.gov.uk, asked at the postcode's centre point. Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
How much crime is there near NE46 3BF?
Police.uk records 87 crimes and reports of anti-social behaviour within a mile of the centre of NE46 3BF in August 2026, the latest month it has published.
Also: burglary 2, vehicle crime 2, other crime 2, drugs 1.
Police.uk places each report at a nearby point, so this is an area, not a street.
Your local policing team on Police.uk How we work this out: crime by postcode, with the last 12 monthsSource: data.police.uk, from its download of 30 September 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
The official record for NE46 3BF
- Ward
- Hexham North
- Parish
- Hexham
- Region
- North East
- Country
- England
- Built-up area
- Hexham
- Rural or urban
- Urban, nearer to a major town or city
- In use since
- February 2009
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) Postcode Directory, August 2026, loaded 20 October 2026. See all our data sources
Where to check what we do not hold
- Food hygiene ratings: Food hygiene ratings, from the Food Standards Agency
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