DH8 0AX is a safe, established residential area on Cutlers Avenue, 0.1km from Benfieldside in Consett. Administratively it sits within Benfieldside ward and the North West Durham constituency.
For families considering a move, DH8 0AX represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £105k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DH8 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00104666 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CUTLERS AVENUE, DH8 0AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CUTLERS AVENUE, DH8 0AX.
285
43
£ 44,300 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 43, DH8 0AX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £105k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH8 0AX. 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
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
£ 90,000
10 sales · Mean £ 93,450
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DH8 0AX has low crime rates — 20 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Benfieldside Primary School
Shotley Bridge Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- B and J News0.9 km
- Jaspah Too0.9 km
- The Spaar Stores0.7 km
- Londis Blackhill1.0 km
- Shotley & Benfieldside Tennis Club0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Kings Head Social Club0.4 km
- Miners Arms0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Lisa's Little Tearoom0.9 km
- The Spotty Giraffe0.9 km
- Courtside Cafe0.5 km
- Rumi's Indian Restaurant0.4 km
- Sale Pepe0.5 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Gemini Catering0.6 km
- Golden Flower0.6 km
- Gypsy's Kitchen1.0 km
- New Century0.9 km
- Phoenix Express Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Crown and Crossed Swords Hotel0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stocksfield9.7 km
- Prudhoe11.2 km
- Riding Mill11.7 km
Bus Stops
- The Slonks0.2 km
- The Slonks0.2 km
- Hardys Corner0.3 km
- Pleasant View0.3 km
- Benfieldside Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DH80AX · Data under Open Government Licence