Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

KEPIER CRESCENT, DH1 1BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KEPIER CRESCENT, DH1 1BF.

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Population

295

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 32,600 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DH1 1BF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DH1 1BF's 56% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 9.0% year-on-year.

home £137,500 median price shield Safety 2/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DH1 1BF is a mixed residential area on Kepier Crescent, 0.2km from Musgrave Gardens in Durham. Administratively it sits within Belmont ward and the City of Durham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £137k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 9.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DH1 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00105007 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH1 1BF. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 127,000

12 sales · Mean £ 128,479

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around DH1 1BF is moderate at 69 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences99
Anti-social behaviour78
Shoplifting55
Criminal damage and arson32
Public order24

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate

Good110 pupils0.2 km
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St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham

Good171 pupils0.2 km
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Durham Gilesgate Primary School

Requires Improvement130 pupils0.3 km
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Laurel Avenue Community Primary School

Good139 pupils0.5 km
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Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Good269 pupils1.3 km
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Belmont Community School

Good788 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Oops Food Clearance0.6 km
  • St Giles Service Station0.8 km
  • Top Gear Karting0.6 km
  • Premier - Gilesgate Food & Wine0.1 km
  • Card Factory0.6 km
  • + 18 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • New Durham Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd0.3 km
  • Old Cinema Launderette0.1 km
  • The Queens Head0.6 km
  • Gilesgate Moor Hotel0.4 km
  • The Shoes0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Pizza Hut Restaurant0.6 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.3 km
  • Bannatynes Hotel and Health Club0.8 km
  • Cafe Dafte @ Pulman0.8 km
  • Coffee At Chesneys0.6 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • Iceland0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Durham Chinese0.5 km
  • Gilesgate Golden Chippy0.5 km
  • Lebaneat Express0.5 km
  • Mr Choi's0.3 km
  • Oceans Pizzeria0.5 km
  • + 12 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Durham2.3 km
  • Chester-Le-Street8.5 km
  • Seaham14.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Hare and Hounds Veterinary Centre0.1 km
  • Musgrave Gardens0.2 km
  • Musgrave Gardens - Discontinued 26-10-860.2 km
  • Travellers Rest0.2 km
  • Sunderland Road Musgrave Gardens0.2 km