About Cambois

Cambois is a small coastal village located in Northumberland, in the north-east of England. It lies just south of the River Blyth and is part of the wider Blyth Valley area. The village is known for its proximity to the North Sea and its position along the A190 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Blyth and Cramlington. Cambois has a mix of residential properties and some light industrial activity, with the former Cambois Power Station site being a notable feature of the landscape. The area offers views of the coastline and is popular with walkers and those interested in local history. The postcode area NE24 covers Cambois and surrounding communities.

School Ratings in Cambois

There are 52 schools in and around Cambois. Horton Grange Primary School and Morpeth Road Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cambois

The average property price is £143K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £108K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cambois

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Cambois, with 51 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cambois

Cambois 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 Cambois

Broadband speeds in Cambois are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,360 sales

Average Price £143K
£2K — £8.25M
Detached £232K 1,309
Semi £133K 2,050
Terraced £108K 2,093
Flat £61K 620

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

32 Primary
6 Secondary
14 Other
Cambois Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Morpeth Road Academy Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles Blyth Central Children's Centre 1.2 miles Malvin's Close Academy Primary Outstanding 1.2 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.4 miles Blyth West Children's Centre 1.5 miles Gilbert Ward Academy 1.5 miles Horton Grange Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.6 miles The Dales School 1.6 miles Croftway Academy Primary Outstanding 1.6 miles Bedlington Academy Secondary Good 1.7 miles The Blyth Academy Secondary Good 1.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cambois IMD 2025

Cambois 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
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
7/10
8,740 Children (0-15) 19%
28,858 Working Age 61%
12,859 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 40.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.6% 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 Cambois 159 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Cambois sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

51 Anti-Social Behaviour
47 Violence & Sexual Offences
23 Shoplifting
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Other Theft
6 Public Order
5 Other Crime
3 Drugs
2 Burglary
2 Robbery
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Northumbria Bedlington Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
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 5.3 miles
Widdrington Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

North Blyth 0.9 miles East Sleekburn 1.2 miles Blyth 1.2 miles North Seaton Colliery 1.4 miles Cowpen 1.4 miles West Sleekburn 1.8 miles Bebside 1.8 miles Bomarsund 2 miles Bedlington Station 2 miles North Seaton 2 miles Newbiggin-by-the-Sea 2.5 miles Newsham 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Northumberland
Ward Wensleydale
Constituency Blyth Valley
Parish Blyth
Region North East

Streets in NE24 30 shown View all streets

A192 1 A193 2 Abbie Court 1 Addington Drive 1 Admiral Court 1 Albatross Way 1 Albert Street 1 Albion Way 2 Alconbury Close 3 Aldborough Street 4 Alfred Street 1 Allendale Road 1 Almond Grove 1 Alston Close 1 Alwinton Court 1 Amber Court 1 Amberley Way 1 Amble Close 1 Amersham Road 1 Anchor Place 1 Appledore Road 3 Arcot Terrace 1 Ark Rise 2 Ark Royal Close 2 Ashford Close 1 Aspen Way 1 Avocet Close 1 Avondale Avenue 1 Avondale Close 1 Axwell Drive 3

Postcodes in NE24 50 shown View all postcodes

NE24 1AA NE24 1AB NE24 1AE NE24 1AH NE24 1AL NE24 1AQ NE24 1AW NE24 1AX NE24 1AY NE24 1BA NE24 1BD NE24 1BE NE24 1BG NE24 1BJ NE24 1BL NE24 1BN NE24 1BQ NE24 1BU NE24 1BW NE24 1BY NE24 1DA NE24 1DB NE24 1DD NE24 1DE NE24 1DF NE24 1DG NE24 1DH NE24 1DJ NE24 1DL NE24 1DN NE24 1DP NE24 1DR NE24 1DU NE24 1DW NE24 1DX NE24 1DZ NE24 1EA NE24 1EB NE24 1ED NE24 1EE NE24 1EF NE24 1EH NE24 1EJ NE24 1EN NE24 1EP NE24 1ER NE24 1ES NE24 1EW NE24 1EX NE24 1EY