Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DH6 1AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH6 1AP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

277

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 38,000 /yr

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Employed

55%

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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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
workEmployment
9/10
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1/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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5/10
homeHome Ownership
8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DH6 1AP — age 42, 81% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DH6 1AP is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from High Pittington in High Pittington. Administratively it sits within Sherburn ward and the City of Durham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.

Census 2021 statistics for DH6 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00105170 (shared with 7 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 DH6 1AP. The average age is 42.0. 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 Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 300,000

1 sales · Mean £ 300,000

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

DH6 1AP has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13
Burglary8
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Pittington Primary School

Good214 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hallgarth The Manor House0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Bistro Citron Vert0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Blacksmiths Arms0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Durham6.1 km
  • Chester-Le-Street9.0 km
  • Seaham10.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Hallgarth View0.1 km
  • Hallgarth View0.1 km
  • Norman Terrace0.1 km
  • Norman Terrace0.1 km
  • Wellington Street0.2 km