Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DH2 1BL House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

269

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 34,500 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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

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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

DH2 1BL is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

DH2 1BL is a mixed residential area located 0.2km from Flatts, High in Newfield. Administratively it sits within Pelton ward and the North Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DH2 1BL represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.



Census 2021 statistics for DH2 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00104585 (shared with 12 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 1BL. The average age is 40.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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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 pupils0.9 km
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St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston

Outstanding236 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • More 4 Less0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Clean Eats Cuisine Ltd0.8 km
  • Drum Deli Ltd1.0 km
  • South Pelaw Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
  • China Diner0.8 km
  • Lotus Garden0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Pantry0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Plough Inn0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street1.8 km
  • Heworth9.7 km
  • Durham9.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Plough Inn0.0 km
  • Plough Inn0.0 km
  • Backleys0.5 km