DH1 1BQ is a mixed residential area on High Street, 0.4km from Carrville in Durham. Administratively it sits within Belmont ward and the City of Durham constituency.
For families considering a move, DH1 1BQ represents 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. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £119k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 12.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DH1 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00104998 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, DH1 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, DH1 1BQ.
279
43
£ 45,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DH1 1BQ is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 12.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH1 1BQ. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 125,000
3 sales · Mean £ 116,666
Semi-Detached
£ 129,125
4 sales · Mean £ 111,312
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DH1 1BQ is moderate at 56 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.
school Local Schools
Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Belmont Community School
Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School
St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont
Durham Gilesgate Primary School
St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Bannatynes Hotel and Health Club0.7 km
- Belmont Parish Hall0.3 km
- Lickity Split1.0 km
- County Durham & Darlington Fire & Rescue Service0.8 km
- Extra Time Cafe Bar1.0 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Spar0.2 km
- Bainbridge Enterprises0.4 km
- H Taylor and Sons0.4 km
- Carrville Service Station0.7 km
- Cheesy Waffles Project0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Belmont Social Club and Institute Ltd0.3 km
- Travellers Rest0.5 km
- Stirks Italian Steakhouse at The Belmont0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Co-operative Group Ltd0.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Belmont Tandoori0.4 km
- Battered & Fried0.1 km
- Belmont Pizza House0.2 km
- Lotus Garden0.4 km
- Star Pizza0.4 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Moorend House Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Durham3.7 km
- Chester-Le-Street8.0 km
- Seaham13.1 km
Bus Stops
- High Street0.0 km
- High Street0.1 km
- Grange Court0.2 km
- Vicarage0.3 km
- Vicarage0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DH11BQ · Data under Open Government Licence