Prudhoe · NE42

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Covering West Wylam, Prudhoe, Ovingham, Ovington, including Crawcrook & Greenside, Prudhoe North & Wylam, Prudhoe South. Find plumbers nearby.

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NE42 (West Wylam) in a nutshell

NE42 covers West Wylam, Prudhoe, Ovingham, Ovington, in Gateshead and Northumberland. Give your full postcode when you ask for quotes, so the pro can confirm they cover your street.

Local tips for NE42

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Two councils in one district

NE42 is split between Gateshead and Northumberland. Some councils run their own landlord licensing, so check which one your home is in.

Where's this from?postcodes.io (ONSPD) local authority
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Give your full postcode

NE42 stretches across Crawcrook & Greenside, Prudhoe North & Wylam, Prudhoe South and more, so give your full postcode, not just 'NE42', when you ask for quotes.

Where's this from?postcodes.io (ONSPD) wards
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Own your home? This is for you too.

It's not just for landlords. Homeowners and buyers use these checks for peace of mind too.

Where's this from?ONS Census 2021, Prudhoe: 64.6% owner-occupied
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New to plumbing compliance checks? Here's what to expect, how to get ready and what it costs, in plain English. Read the quick guide →

England landlord rules: quick version

  • No single certificate: but keep water, heating and sanitation in repair.
  • Legionella: assess the risk for each let.
  • CO alarms: needed where there's a fixed combustion appliance (not gas cookers).

Always double-check on GOV.UK.

Next door to NE42

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Frequently asked questions

Which areas does NE42 cover?

NE42 (West Wylam, Prudhoe, Ovingham, Ovington) includes the wards of Crawcrook & Greenside, Prudhoe North & Wylam, Prudhoe South, Prudhoe West & Mickley, South Tynedale, Stocksfield & Bywell (ONS Postcode Directory via postcodes.io).

Which postcode districts are next to NE42?

Neighbouring districts include NE41 (Wylam), NE43 (Stocksfield), NE17 (Chopwell), NE18 (Stamfordham), NE40 (Ryton) (ONS Postcode Directory via Doogal). A pro covering NE42 may well cover these too, so it's worth asking.

How many homes are in NE42?

About 5,297 households and 12,643 residents at the 2011 Census, across 368 active postcodes (Doogal / ONS Postcode Directory).

Which council area is NE42 in?

NE42 sits in Gateshead, Northumberland (postcodes.io). Parliamentary constituency: Blaydon and Consett, Hexham.

📊 The numbers behind this page
Postcode district
NE42 1
Areas covered
West Wylam, Prudhoe, Ovingham, Ovington 2
Active postcodes
368 3
Households (2011 Census, via Doogal)
5,297 2
Population (2011 Census, via Doogal)
12,643 2
Electoral wards
Crawcrook & Greenside, Prudhoe North & Wylam, Prudhoe South, Prudhoe West & Mickley, South Tynedale, Stocksfield & Bywell 4
Parliamentary constituencies
Blaydon and Consett, Hexham 4
Local authority
Gateshead, Northumberland 4
Households in converted/shared houses (Prudhoe built-up area)
1.0% 5
  1. ONS Postcode Directory
  2. Doogal
  3. Doogal / ONSPD
  4. postcodes.io
  5. ONS Census 2021

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