About Bardon Mill

Bardon Mill is a small settlement in Northumberland, England, located within the historic county of Northumberland. It lies in a rural area, close to the border with Scotland, and is known for its proximity to the River Tees. The village is situated near the A68 road, which connects it to nearby towns and cities. Bardon Mill is part of the NE47 postcode area, and the surrounding landscape features rolling hills and open countryside typical of the region. The area has a long history, with evidence of Roman occupation nearby, including the remains of a Roman fort at Vindolanda. The village itself is modest in size, with a mix of traditional stone houses and modern homes. It serves as a quiet residential community, with local amenities including a village hall and a small shop. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and outdoor activities, particularly along the River Tees and nearby footpaths.

School Ratings in Bardon Mill

There are 4 schools in and around Bardon Mill. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bardon Mill

The average property price is £281K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £391K.

Deprivation and Employment in Bardon Mill

Bardon Mill sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bardon Mill

Broadband availability in Bardon Mill includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,049 sales

Average Price £281K
£250 — £1.95M
Detached £391K 341
Semi £217K 266
Terraced £182K 303
Flat £155K 10

Schools & Education 4 nearby View all schools

3 Primary
1 Secondary
Henshaw Church of England Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Haydon Bridge High School Secondary Requires Improvement 3.3 miles Shaftoe Trust Academy Primary Good 3.6 miles Whitfield CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bardon Mill IMD 2025

Bardon Mill sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
1/10
1,908 Children (0-15) 14%
7,469 Working Age 56%
5,417 Older (60+) 41%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Bardon Mill Train Station 0.4 miles
Haydon Bridge Train Station 3.6 miles
Haltwhistle Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Redburn 0.6 miles Beltingham 0.6 miles Thorngrafton 0.6 miles Ridley 0.9 miles West End Town 0.9 miles Birkshaw 0.9 miles Tow House 1.2 miles Henshaw 1.2 miles Chesterwood 2.6 miles Melkridge 3.1 miles Langley 3.1 miles Haydon Bridge 3.7 miles

Local Government

District Northumberland
Ward South Tynedale
Constituency Hexham
Parish Slaley
Region North East

Notable & Famous People from Bardon Mill 1 people

Anthony Birley
Historian of classical antiquity
British historian of ancient roman empire (1937–2020)

Streets in NE47 30 shown View all streets

A686 29 A689 3 A69 32 A69;A686 1 Allen View 2 Allenfields 2 Appletree Bank 2 B6295 45 B6303 13 B6304 1 B6305 3 B6306 4 B6319 13 Belmont Gardens 1 Black Way 1 Blueback Bridge 1 Brigwood 3 Broadacres 2 Broadway 1 Burnside 2 Butt Bank 2 Carriers Way 2 Chapel Bank 1 Charlton Place 1 Church Lane 2 Church Street 3 Coal Road 3 Colliery Lane 1 Common Bank 5 Crook Hill Close 1

Postcodes in NE47 50 shown View all postcodes

NE47 0AA NE47 0AB NE47 0AD NE47 0AE NE47 0AF NE47 0AG NE47 0AH NE47 0AJ NE47 0AL NE47 0AN NE47 0AP NE47 0AQ NE47 0AR NE47 0AS NE47 0AT NE47 0AW NE47 0BB NE47 0BD NE47 0BG NE47 0BH NE47 0BL NE47 0BN NE47 0BP NE47 0BQ NE47 0BS NE47 0BT NE47 0BU NE47 0BW NE47 0BX NE47 0BY NE47 0DF NE47 0DH NE47 0DJ NE47 0DL NE47 0DQ NE47 0HA NE47 0HB NE47 0HD NE47 0HE NE47 0HF NE47 0HG NE47 0HH NE47 0HJ NE47 0HL NE47 0HN NE47 0HP NE47 0HQ NE47 0HR NE47 0HS NE47 0HT