DH1 1DY House Prices & Local Information

DH1 1DY is a sought-after residential area located 0.7km from Musgrave Gardens in Durham. Administratively it sits within Belmont ward and the City of Durham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DH1, DH1 1DY offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £56k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 46.2% 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 1DY are sourced from Output Area E00105005 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.