

The 13 areas of Northumberland with the highest Covid infection rates
Figures from Public Health England, published by Northumberland County Council, show there were 343 confirmed positive cases in the week to October 16.
The infection rate is 105.9 positive cases per 100,000 population – down on the figure of recent weeks.
Here are the 13 areas of Northumberland with the highest infection rates.

1. Humshaugh
There were 10 positive cases in Humshaugh ward in the week to October 16. The rate is 230 positive cases per 100,000 population. Photo: Google

2. Morpeth Stobhill
There were 11 positive cases in Morpeth Stobhill where the rate is 223.8. Photo: Google

3. Bedlington West
There were nine positive cases in Bedlington West where the rate is 201.3. Photo: Google

4. Bedlington Central
There were 10 positive cases in Bedlington Central where the rate is 190.0. Photo: Google