DH6 1AT 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 mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 83% 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 £191k.
Census 2021 statistics for DH6 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00105173 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DH6 1AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH6 1AT.
291
46
£ 38,000 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DH6 1AT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH6 1AT. The average age is 45.9. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 191,500
2 sales · Mean £ 191,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DH6 1AT 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.
school Local Schools
Pittington Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hallgarth The Manor House0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Bistro Citron Vert0.1 km
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 View0.0 km
- Hallgarth View0.1 km
- Wellington Street0.1 km
- Wellington Street0.1 km
- Norman Terrace0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DH61AT · Data under Open Government Licence