Data from Public Health England, published by Northumberland County Council, reveals the infection rate was 169.2 per 100,000 for the seven day period up to January 31.
The UK infection rate currently stands at 273.3 positive cases per 100,000. The England rate is 294.2.
Here are the 9 areas of Northumberland above the UK average.
1. Hexham East
There were 21 positive cases in Hexham East in the week to January 31 and the rate is 458.8. Photo: Google
2. Ashngton Central
There were 22 positive cases in Ashington Central where the rate is 440.2. Photo: Google
3. Druridge Bay
There were 27 positive cases in Druridge Bay ward where the rate is 413.8. Photo: Google
4. Berwick East
There were 19 positive cases in Berwick East where the rate is 392.5. Photo: Google