DH7 0AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Whitehouse Avenue, 0.3km from Burnhope in Burnhope. Administratively it sits within Lanchester ward and the North West Durham constituency.
For families considering a move, DH7 0AJ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £129k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 14.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DH7 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00104686 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WHITEHOUSE AVENUE, DH7 0AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITEHOUSE AVENUE, DH7 0AJ.
532
44
£ 42,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DH7 0AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DH7 0AJ's 65% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 14.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH7 0AJ. The average age is 43.8. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 80,750
8 sales · Mean £ 92,062
Detached
£ 179,450
2 sales · Mean £ 179,450
Terraced
£ 145,000
1 sales · Mean £ 145,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DH7 0AJ has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Burnhope Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Johnstons Newsagents0.6 km
- Helens Top Shop0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Burnhope Cricket Club0.9 km
- The Garage Bar and Grille0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street9.1 km
- Durham9.7 km
- Dunston14.6 km
Bus Stops
- Outside 32 Whitehouse Avenue0.1 km
- Whitehouse Avenue opp Playground0.1 km
- Whitehouse Avenue - Shops0.1 km
- Whitehouse Avenue - Shops0.2 km
- Whitehouse Avenue - Fish Shop0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DH70AJ · Data under Open Government Licence