DH1 1BE is a safe, established residential area on High Street, 0.7km from Carrville in Durham. Administratively it sits within Belmont ward and the City of Durham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DH1 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00104994 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, DH1 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, DH1 1BE.
285
45
£ 45,400 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DH1 1BE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DH1 1BE's 58% ownership and 45-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH1 1BE. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DH1 1BE has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School
Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Belmont Community School
St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Spar0.6 km
- Bainbridge Enterprises0.6 km
- H Taylor and Sons0.6 km
- Carrville Service Station0.4 km
- Clarks Chemist0.6 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Belmont Parish Hall0.5 km
- Chapter Two0.9 km
- Daisy Rose Coffee House0.6 km
- Eurest c/o Royal Mail0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ramside Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Club0.7 km
- Moorend House Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Belmont Social Club and Institute Ltd0.2 km
- Travellers Rest0.4 km
- Stirks Italian Steakhouse at The Belmont0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Co-operative Group Ltd0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Belmont Tandoori0.6 km
- Battered & Fried0.4 km
- Belmont Pizza House0.6 km
- Lotus Garden0.6 km
- Star Pizza0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Durham3.9 km
- Chester-Le-Street7.8 km
- Seaham12.8 km
Bus Stops
- Grange Court0.0 km
- Grange Court0.2 km
- Dene Drive0.3 km
- Dene Drive0.3 km
- High Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DH11BE · Data under Open Government Licence