Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

MOOR END TERRACE, DH1 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOOR END TERRACE, DH1 1BJ.

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Population

340

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DH1 1BJ combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£373k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £373k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DH1 1BJ is a sought-after residential area on Moor End Terrace, 0.3km from Carrville in Durham. Administratively it sits within Belmont ward and the City of Durham constituency.

For serious buyers, DH1 1BJ is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £373k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DH1 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00104950 (shared with 13 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 1BJ. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 276,225

2 sales · Mean £ 276,225

Terraced

£ 470,000

2 sales · Mean £ 470,000

Semi-Detached

£ 175,000

1 sales · Mean £ 175,000

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

DH1 1BJ has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting61
Violence and sexual offences42
Anti-social behaviour34
Vehicle crime10
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Belmont Community School

Good788 pupils0.2 km
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Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Good269 pupils0.2 km
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St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont

Good81 pupils0.6 km
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Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School

Good226 pupils0.8 km
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St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham

Good171 pupils1.1 km
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Durham Gilesgate Primary School

Requires Improvement130 pupils1.2 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate

Good110 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • The Range0.9 km
  • Travis Perkins1.0 km
  • Londis Dragonville0.6 km
  • Spar0.2 km
  • Bainbridge Enterprises0.4 km
  • + 15 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Bannatynes Hotel and Health Club0.3 km
  • Cafe Dafte @ Pulman0.9 km
  • Belmont Parish Hall0.5 km
  • Lickity Split0.8 km
  • Cafe 380.9 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Co-operative Group Ltd0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Gilesgate Moor Hotel1.0 km
  • Belmont Social Club and Institute Ltd0.8 km
  • Travellers Rest0.8 km
  • Stirks Italian Steakhouse at The Belmont0.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Belmont Tandoori0.4 km
  • Battered & Fried0.4 km
  • Belmont Pizza House0.2 km
  • Lotus Garden0.4 km
  • Star Pizza0.4 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Moorend House Bed & Breakfast0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Durham3.3 km
  • Chester-Le-Street8.3 km
  • Seaham13.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Sportsmans Arms0.0 km
  • Sportsmans Arms0.1 km
  • Buckinghamshire Road - schools end0.1 km
  • Buckinghamshire Road - schools end0.1 km
  • Community School0.3 km