Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

HILLTOP ROAD, DH7 7TL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLTOP ROAD, DH7 7TL.

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

373

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 37,100 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH7 7TL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DH7 7TL — age 43, 89% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £77k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

DH7 7TL is a sought-after residential area on Hilltop Road, 0.5km from Bearpark in Ushaw Moor and Bearpark. Administratively it sits within Esh and Witton Gilbert ward and the City of Durham constituency.

For serious buyers, DH7 7TL is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £77k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DH7 7TL are sourced from Output Area E00171856 (shared with 24 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 7TL. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.6%
Asian / British Asian3.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 102,000

3 sales · Mean £ 94,666

Detached

£ 174,500

6 sales · Mean £ 170,666

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

DH7 7TL has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour41
Violence and sexual offences20
Criminal damage and arson7
Burglary4
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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Bearpark Primary School

Requires Improvement87 pupils0.4 km
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Durham Academy

Requires Improvement0.6 km
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Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery

Good180 pupils1.1 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Ushaw Moor

Good92 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Reanie's0.5 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.7 km
  • Bearpark News and Booze0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Rayhan Spice0.5 km
  • Paradise Pizza0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Dog and Gun0.5 km
  • Bearpark Workmens Club and Institute0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Durham3.7 km
  • Chester-Le-Street8.5 km
  • Bishop Auckland14.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Hilltop Road - east end0.2 km
  • Hilltop Road - east end0.2 km
  • Beaurepaire0.2 km
  • Beaurepaire0.2 km
  • College View0.3 km