Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DH2 1AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH2 1AB.

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Population

286

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 41,600 /yr

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Employed

41%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

DH2 1AB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 91% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

DH2 1AB is a sought-after residential area located 0.6km from Pelaw Grange in Chester-le-Street. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within North Lodge ward and the North Durham constituency.

This is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 DH2 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00104570 (shared with 23 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 DH2 1AB. 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 / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

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

DH2 1AB has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences5
Public order4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston

Outstanding236 pupils1.0 km
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Pelton Community Primary School

Good321 pupils1.0 km
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Ouston Primary School

Good254 pupils1.3 km
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Barley Mow Primary School

Good169 pupils1.4 km
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Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Good246 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Premier - Perkinsville Superstore0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Deli Diva Catering0.0 km
  • Dobbies Cafe0.8 km
  • Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium0.4 km
  • The Pantry0.5 km
  • The Cafe @ Motorpoint0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • York Road Fish Shop1.0 km
  • Shafs Deli0.8 km
  • Drum Deli Ltd0.1 km
  • Sams Pizza1.0 km
  • The Old Chippy0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Lambton Worm0.9 km
  • Ouston and District Workmans Social Club0.7 km
  • The Plough Inn1.0 km
  • Red Lion0.9 km
  • The Wheatsheaf Inn0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street2.4 km
  • Heworth8.7 km
  • Dunston9.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Mysons0.1 km
  • Mysons0.1 km
  • Mysons0.1 km
  • Mysons0.2 km