DH1 1DX is a sought-after residential area on Rowan Tree Avenue, 0.7km from Gilesgate Moor in Durham. Administratively it sits within Belmont ward and the City of Durham constituency.
For serious buyers, DH1 1DX is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £210k, up 27.2% year-on-year. 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 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00105005 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ROWAN TREE AVENUE, DH1 1DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROWAN TREE AVENUE, DH1 1DX.
293
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£ 45,400 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DH1 1DX 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DH1 1DX combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£210k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £210k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 27.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH1 1DX. The average age is 44.9. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 200,000
6 sales · Mean £ 195,500
Detached
£ 204,000
2 sales · Mean £ 204,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DH1 1DX has low crime rates — 27 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Durham Gilesgate Primary School
St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate
Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Belmont Community School
Laurel Avenue Community Primary School
St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Top Gear Karting0.9 km
- Premier - Gilesgate Food & Wine0.6 km
- Gilesgate Wine Store0.8 km
- The Range0.9 km
- Travis Perkins0.9 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- New Durham Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd0.9 km
- Old Cinema Launderette0.6 km
- Gilesgate Moor Hotel0.9 km
- Stirks Italian Steakhouse at The Belmont0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Chapter Two0.5 km
- Eurest c/o Royal Mail0.9 km
- Pizza Hut Restaurant0.7 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.8 km
- Bannatynes Hotel and Health Club0.6 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- Lidl0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Gilesgate Golden Chippy0.8 km
- Mr Choi's1.0 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.6 km
- Hogs n Chix (Durham)1.0 km
- Janis Deli0.6 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Moorend House Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Durham2.5 km
- Chester-Le-Street8.0 km
- Seaham14.2 km
Bus Stops
- Belmont link road0.1 km
- Belmont link road0.2 km
- Willowtree Avenue0.2 km
- Willowtree Avenue0.2 km
- Business Park0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DH11DX · Data under Open Government Licence