DH6 1DE is a safe, established residential area on Priors Grange, 0.4km from Low Pittington in High Pittington. Administratively it sits within Sherburn ward and the City of Durham constituency.
For families considering a move, DH6 1DE represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.
Census 2021 statistics for DH6 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00105173 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRIORS GRANGE, DH6 1DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIORS GRANGE, DH6 1DE.
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
No single demographic signal dominates DH6 1DE — age 46, 83% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 1DE. 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
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 177,500
14 sales · Mean £ 197,000
Semi-Detached
£ 150,000
2 sales · Mean £ 150,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DH6 1DE has low crime rates — 26 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 Vert0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Blacksmiths Arms0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Durham5.9 km
- Chester-Le-Street8.9 km
- Seaham10.9 km
Bus Stops
- Wellington Street0.2 km
- Wellington Street0.2 km
- Hallgarth View0.2 km
- Hallgarth View0.3 km
- School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DH61DE · Data under Open Government Licence