About Hirst

Hirst is a suburb located in Northumberland, England, within the postcode area of NE63. It lies to the south of the town of Ashington and is primarily a residential area. The suburb is well-connected, with easy access to local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike. The surrounding region offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. Nearby, you can find Ashington's town centre, which features a range of facilities and services. Hirst is also close to the Northumberland coast, allowing for day trips to the seaside. The area is served by public transport, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Hirst

Families in Hirst have access to 50 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hirst

Homes sell for an average of £135K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £80K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hirst

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Hirst, with 94 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hirst

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hirst within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hirst

Hirst 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 5,151 sales

Average Price £135K
£1K — £8.25M
Detached £218K 1,008
Semi £136K 876
Terraced £80K 2,734
Flat £74K 263

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

31 Primary
5 Secondary
14 Other
Ashington/Morpeth Children's Centre 169 yards NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington Primary 0.2 miles NCEA Duke's Secondary School Secondary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles NCEA Bishop's Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles NCEA Castle School Good 0.5 miles Central Academy Primary 0.5 miles NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Gust Independent School Good 0.9 miles Ashington Academy Secondary Good 1 miles NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Newbiggin Children's Centre 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hirst IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hirst experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
6,003 Children (0-15) 19%
19,428 Working Age 61%
8,390 Older (60+) 27%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 50.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.7% 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 Hirst 361 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Hirst are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

99 Violence & Sexual Offences
94 Anti-Social Behaviour
47 Criminal Damage & Arson
33 Shoplifting
19 Vehicle Crime
16 Other Crime
15 Public Order
14 Burglary
10 Other Theft
5 Drugs
4 Weapons
4 Theft from Person
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Northumbria Ashington 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 3.5 miles
Widdrington Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ashington 0.6 miles Woodbridge 0.6 miles Woodhorn 0.9 miles North Seaton 0.9 miles Newbiggin-by-the-Sea 1.2 miles West Sleekburn 1.2 miles North Seaton Colliery 1.4 miles Stakeford 1.8 miles Bomarsund 2 miles Sheepwash 2.2 miles Guide Post 2.2 miles East Sleekburn 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Northumberland
Ward Ashington Central
Constituency Wansbeck
Parish Ashington
Region North East

Streets in NE63 30 shown View all streets

8th Row 7 9th Row 1 A1068 2 A189 1 A197 3 Academy Road 3 Acklington Court 1 Aintree Close 1 Albatross Way 1 Alderwood 1 Alexandra Road 13 Allchurch Drive 1 Alnmouth Avenue 2 Ancroft Place 2 Ariel Street 9 Armstrong Court 1 Armstrong Way 1 Ascot Grove 1 Ashbourne Crescent 6 Avondale Gardens 3 Bamburgh Terrace 2 Bandon Court 1 Barnston 4 Barrasford Close 1 Bath Court 1 Beadnell Grove 1 Beamsley Terrace 2 Beatrice Street 4 Beech Way 1 Belford Meadows 1

Postcodes in NE63 50 shown View all postcodes

NE63 0AE NE63 0AF NE63 0AG NE63 0AH NE63 0AJ NE63 0AL NE63 0AN NE63 0AP NE63 0AQ NE63 0AS NE63 0AT NE63 0AU NE63 0AW NE63 0AX NE63 0AY NE63 0AZ NE63 0BA NE63 0BB NE63 0BD NE63 0BE NE63 0BG NE63 0BH NE63 0BJ NE63 0BL NE63 0BN NE63 0BP NE63 0BQ NE63 0BR NE63 0BS NE63 0BT NE63 0BU NE63 0BW NE63 0BX NE63 0BY NE63 0DA NE63 0DB NE63 0DD NE63 0DE NE63 0DF NE63 0DG NE63 0DH NE63 0DJ NE63 0DL NE63 0DN NE63 0DP NE63 0DQ NE63 0DR NE63 0DW NE63 0DY NE63 0DZ