Is DH7 0DJ a safe place to live?

Yes, DH7 0DJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 25 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DH7 0DJ?

The average property price in DH7 0DJ is currently around £256k.

What is the population of DH7 0DJ?

The population for the DH7 0DJ area is approximately 404 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

BARRONS WAY, DH7 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARRONS WAY, DH7 0DJ.

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

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Population

404

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DH7 0DJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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5/10

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4/10

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3/10

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7/10

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2/10

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4/10

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2/10

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7/10

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5/10

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Area Character

DH7 0DJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 76% 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. Property prices are trending down 27.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DH7 0DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Barrons Way, 0.2km from Burnhope in Burnhope. Administratively it sits within Lanchester ward and the North West Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DH7 0DJ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £256k, down 27.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DH7 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00104685 (shared with 14 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 DH7 0DJ. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%

Asian / British Asian0.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 33%

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

£ 256,500

2 sales · Mean £ 256,500

Terraced

£ 258,500

2 sales · Mean £ 258,500

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

DH7 0DJ has low crime rates — 25 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.

Criminal damage and arson14

Violence and sexual offences12

Public order5

Anti-social behaviour4

Drugs2

school Local Schools

Burnhope Primary School

Good0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Johnstons Newsagents0.4 km
Helens Top Shop0.1 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Burnhope Cricket Club0.7 km
The Garage Bar and Grille0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Chester-Le-Street9.0 km
Durham9.9 km
Dunston14.4 km

Bus Stops

Post Office - Ivy Club0.1 km
Post Office - Ivy Club0.1 km
Whitehouse Avenue - Shops0.1 km
Whitehouse Avenue - Shops0.2 km
Cartwheel0.3 km