Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

LUMLEY COURT, DH2 1AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LUMLEY COURT, DH2 1AN.

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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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DH2 1AN combines high owner-occupation (91%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

DH2 1AN is a sought-after residential area on Lumley Court, 0.3km from Flatts, High in Chester-le-Street. Administratively it sits within North Lodge ward and the North Durham constituency.

For serious buyers, DH2 1AN is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% 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 9 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 1AN 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 1AN. 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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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

DH2 1AN has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Pelton Community Primary School

Good321 pupils0.8 km
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Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Good246 pupils1.1 km
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St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston

Outstanding236 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Premier - Perkinsville Superstore0.9 km
  • More 4 Less0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Deli Diva Catering0.6 km
  • Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium0.9 km
  • The Pantry0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Shafs Deli0.9 km
  • Lotus Garden0.9 km
  • Drum Deli Ltd0.6 km
  • The Old Chippy0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Lambton Worm1.0 km
  • Ouston and District Workmans Social Club0.8 km
  • The Plough Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street2.0 km
  • Heworth9.3 km
  • Dunston9.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Backleys0.2 km
  • Backleys0.2 km
  • Plough Inn0.4 km
  • Plough Inn0.4 km