The 10 areas of Northumberland with the highest Covid rates

Covid rates in Northumberland are at their lowest level since last summer, latest figures suggest.

Published 4th May 2022, 16:54 BST

Data from Public Health England reveals there were 480 positive cases recorded in the county in the week to May 5.

The infection rate stands at 148.2 positive cases per 100,000 population.

Here are the 10 areas with the highest rates.

1. Pegswood

There were 23 positive cases in Pegswood ward in the week to July 19. The rate is 448.9. Photo: Google

There were 22 positive cases in Cramlington West where the rate is 390.9. Photo: Google

There were 20 positive cases in Seaton with Newbiggin West where the rate is 384.8. Photo: Google

There were 17 positive cases in Ponteland East and Stannington where the rate is 383.7. Photo: Google