DH3 1AD is a mixed residential area on Ruskin Road, 0.9km from Portobello in Birtley. Administratively it sits within Birtley ward and the Blaydon constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £294k.
Census 2021 statistics for DH3 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00041436 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUSKIN ROAD, DH3 1AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUSKIN ROAD, DH3 1AD.
266
41
£ 35,400 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DH3 1AD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 41, DH3 1AD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH3 1AD. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 317,500
3 sales · Mean £ 276,333
Detached
£ 225,000
1 sales · Mean £ 225,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DH3 1AD is moderate at 60 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.
school Local Schools
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley
Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy
Ravensworth Terrace Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley
Portobello Primary School
Birtley East Community Primary School
Barley Mow Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Birtley Snooker Club0.1 km
- Birtley Town Football Club1.0 km
- St Josephs CMS Club & Parish Centre0.3 km
- The Hanlon0.1 km
- Birtley Masonic Hall0.1 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Turkwoise Restaurant0.3 km
- Birtley Community Association0.5 km
- Lotus Leaf0.5 km
- Northern Hope Gymnastics Centre0.5 km
- The Cafe (North East) Limited0.6 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Elli Deli0.8 km
- Thai Wah Chop Suey0.8 km
- Yummy Yummy Chinese Take Away0.3 km
- Benelli's Pizza0.6 km
- Sorrento Pizza Limited0.3 km
- + 13 more
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Greggs0.2 km
- Birtley Home Bakery0.3 km
- Butterfly Hampers0.5 km
- Continental Delicatessen0.2 km
- Costcutter0.8 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street4.5 km
- Heworth6.4 km
- Dunston7.9 km
Bus Stops
- Birtley Lane-School0.1 km
- Birtley Lane-The Avenue0.1 km
- Fell Bank-Birtley Lane0.1 km
- Fell Bank-Birtley Lane0.1 km
- Durham Road-Co-Op0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DH31AD · Data under Open Government Licence