Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DH2 1EF House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

241

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 34,500 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH2 1EF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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Area Character

DH2 1EF has a significant social housing presence — 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 37-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

DH2 1EF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Pelton in Pelton and Ouston. Administratively it sits within Pelton ward and the North Durham constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DH2 1EF is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 70 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for DH2 1EF are sourced from Output Area E00104597 (shared with 5 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 1EF. The average age is 36.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

Crime around DH2 1EF is moderate at 70 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.

Violence and sexual offences98
Anti-social behaviour40
Criminal damage and arson37
Shoplifting12
Vehicle crime9

school Local Schools

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Pelton Community Primary School

Good321 pupils0.5 km
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Roseberry Primary and Nursery School

Good262 pupils1.1 km
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St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston

Outstanding236 pupils1.4 km
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Ouston Primary School

Good254 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Premier - Perkinsville Superstore0.8 km
  • Megastore0.0 km
  • Premier - Pelton Supply Stores0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Mia's0.0 km
  • Pelton Pork Shop0.1 km
  • Sunflower Chinese Takeaway0.0 km
  • Shafs Deli0.8 km
  • Istanbul Pizza0.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Ouston and District Workmans Social Club0.9 km
  • Pelton RAOB Club0.3 km
  • The Crown Inn0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Food0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street2.8 km
  • Dunston9.2 km
  • Heworth9.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Community Centre0.0 km
  • Community Centre0.1 km
  • Kingsway - bridge0.2 km
  • Ivy Way0.3 km
  • Ivy Way0.3 km