Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

WHITEHOUSE AVENUE, DH7 0EB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITEHOUSE AVENUE, DH7 0EB.

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

532

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH7 0EB 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.

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10/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

DH7 0EB is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £351k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

DH7 0EB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Whitehouse Avenue, 0.6km from Burnhope in Burnhope. Administratively it sits within Lanchester ward and the North West Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DH7 0EB represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% 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 £351k.

Census 2021 statistics for DH7 0EB are sourced from Output Area E00104686 (shared with 12 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 0EB. 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

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 328,750

4 sales · Mean £ 338,750

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

DH7 0EB 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 arson15
Violence and sexual offences14
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Burnhope Primary School

Good0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Johnstons Newsagents0.7 km
  • Helens Top Shop0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Burnhope Cricket Club1.0 km
  • The Garage Bar and Grille0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street8.9 km
  • Durham9.4 km
  • Dunston14.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Whitehouse Avenue - Fish Shop0.1 km
  • Whitehouse Avenue - Fish Shop0.1 km
  • Whitehouse Avenue opp Playground0.2 km
  • Outside 32 Whitehouse Avenue0.2 km
  • Greenwood Avenue0.3 km