About Bothal

Bothal is a small village located in Northumberland, in the north of England, within the NE61 postcode area. It lies just south of the town of Morpeth and is situated near the River Wansbeck. The village is known for its historic church, St. Nicholas, which dates back to the 12th century and features Norman architectural elements. Bothal also has a long-standing connection to the nearby Bothal Castle, a medieval fortress that was once the seat of the influential Dacre family. The surrounding countryside offers peaceful walks and views of the Northumberland landscape, with farmland and woodland nearby. The village maintains a quiet, rural character, with a small community and a few local amenities. Its proximity to Morpeth provides access to shops, schools, and other services.

School Ratings in Bothal

Families in Bothal have access to 53 local schools. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bothal

Homes sell for an average of £262K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £385K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bothal

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bothal, with 20 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bothal

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bothal around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bothal

Bothal benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,912 sales

Average Price £262K
£100 — £14.5M
Detached £385K 2,401
Semi £181K 1,843
Terraced £155K 1,721
Flat £162K 638

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

31 Primary
8 Secondary
14 Other
Pegswood Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Ringway Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Cleaswell Hill School Outstanding 1.6 miles Mowbray Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Morpeth Children's Centre 1.8 miles Collingwood School & Media Arts College Good 1.8 miles Morpeth Stobhillgate First School Primary 1.8 miles Choppington Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Bothal Academy Primary 2 miles Ashington Academy Secondary Good 2.1 miles Stakeford Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Gust Independent School Good 2.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bothal IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bothal are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
5/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,605 Children (0-15) 15%
29,648 Working Age 59%
17,441 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.7% 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

Crime in Bothal 55 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bothal are lower than the England and Wales average. While anti-social behaviour is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

20 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Public Order
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Other Crime
2 Other Theft
2 Shoplifting
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Pegswood Train Station 0.6 miles
Widdrington Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pegswood 0.9 miles Sheepwash 1.4 miles Guide Post 1.4 miles Hepscott 1.4 miles Scotland Gate 1.8 miles Stakeford 2 miles Morpeth 2 miles Stobhillgate 2 miles Longhirst 2 miles Stobhill 2.2 miles Choppington 2.2 miles Ashington 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Northumberland
Ward Morpeth North
Constituency Wansbeck
Parish Morpeth
Region North East

Streets in NE61 30 shown View all streets

A1 11 A1068 10 A192 9 A196 7 A197 2 A696 4 A697 1 Abbey Gate 3 Abbey Meadows 6 Abbey View 2 Abbots Way 3 Acomb Close 1 Albion Terrace 2 Alder Close 1 Aln Court 1 Armstrong Terrace 1 Ash Grove 2 Ashford Grove 1 Ashington Road 3 Aspen Way 1 Auburn Place 1 B1337 23 B6342 16 B6343 34 B6524 13 Badgers Green 1 Bainbridge Lane 1 Baker Way 1 Balmoral Grove 2 Bamburgh Drive 1

Postcodes in NE61 50 shown View all postcodes

NE61 1AA NE61 1AE NE61 1AF NE61 1AG NE61 1AJ NE61 1AL NE61 1AN NE61 1AQ NE61 1AS NE61 1AT NE61 1AU NE61 1AW NE61 1AY NE61 1BA NE61 1BD NE61 1BE NE61 1BF NE61 1BG NE61 1BH NE61 1BJ NE61 1BN NE61 1BP NE61 1BQ NE61 1BS NE61 1BT NE61 1BU NE61 1BW NE61 1BX NE61 1BY NE61 1BZ NE61 1DA NE61 1DB NE61 1DD NE61 1DE NE61 1DF NE61 1DG NE61 1DH NE61 1DJ NE61 1DL NE61 1DN NE61 1DP NE61 1DQ NE61 1DS NE61 1DT NE61 1DU NE61 1DW NE61 1DX NE61 1DY NE61 1DZ NE61 1EA