Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

SCRIPTON GILL, DH7 8BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCRIPTON GILL, DH7 8BQ.

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Population

237

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 34,400 /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 8BQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DH7 8BQ's 66% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 65.8% year-on-year.

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

DH7 8BQ is a mixed residential area on Scripton Gill, 0.4km from Sawmills Lane in Brandon (County Durham). Administratively it sits within Brandon ward and the City of Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DH7 8BQ represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £123k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 65.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DH7 8BQ are sourced from Output Area E00104984 (shared with 3 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 8BQ. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 93,750

10 sales · Mean £ 97,275

Semi-Detached

£ 114,000

19 sales · Mean £ 121,203

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

Crime around DH7 8BQ is moderate at 72 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences84
Anti-social behaviour40
Criminal damage and arson30
Public order15
Shoplifting10

school Local Schools

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Brandon Primary Academy

Good326 pupils0.6 km
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Browney Primary Academy

Good176 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Commercial Convenience Ltd0.9 km
  • Penny Petroleum (North East) Ltd1.0 km
  • Brandon Convenience Store0.9 km
  • One Stop0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • High View Guest House0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Tung Fong1.0 km
  • Brandon Chippy0.9 km
  • Cinam Pe Restaurant0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Brandon United Football Club0.9 km
  • Brawns Den0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Bone Appetit0.5 km
  • Gayle's Cuisine0.9 km
  • The New Wok Inn0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Durham4.9 km
  • Bishop Auckland10.7 km
  • Chester-Le-Street12.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Scripton Gill0.1 km
  • Alder Park - Beech Park0.2 km
  • Vicarage Flats0.2 km
  • Vicarage St. Brandons0.2 km
  • Briar Avenue-Bell Meadow0.2 km