DH6 1DB is a safe, established residential area on Priors Grange, 0.4km from High Pittington in High Pittington. Administratively it sits within Sherburn ward and the City of Durham constituency.
For families considering a move, DH6 1DB represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 £183k, up 6.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DH6 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00105170 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRIORS GRANGE, DH6 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIORS GRANGE, DH6 1DB.
277
42
£ 38,000 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DH6 1DB spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 6.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH6 1DB. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 199,500
6 sales · Mean £ 200,500
Semi-Detached
£ 153,500
14 sales · Mean £ 154,639
Terraced
£ 164,950
3 sales · Mean £ 164,983
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DH6 1DB 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 House0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Bistro Citron Vert0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Blacksmiths Arms0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Durham6.0 km
- Chester-Le-Street9.0 km
- Seaham10.9 km
Bus Stops
- School0.1 km
- Hallgarth View0.2 km
- Hallgarth View0.2 km
- School0.2 km
- Manor View0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DH61DB · Data under Open Government Licence