DH8 0DF is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Shotley Bridge in Consett. Administratively it sits within Benfieldside ward and the North West Durham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, DH8 0DF is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DH8 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00104655 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DH8 0DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH8 0DF.
265
45
£ 44,300 /yr
39%
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
With 39% social renting, DH8 0DF is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH8 0DF. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DH8 0DF has low crime rates — 11 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
Shotley Bridge Primary School
Benfieldside Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- B and J News0.7 km
- Jaspah Too0.7 km
- The Spaar Stores0.9 km
- Londis Blackhill0.6 km
- Jamuna Stores0.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Kings Head Social Club0.8 km
- The Scotch Arms0.8 km
- Miners Arms0.7 km
- The Cricketers0.8 km
- Humble Pie Catering0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Lisa's Little Tearoom0.7 km
- The Spotty Giraffe0.7 km
- Courtside Cafe0.3 km
- Rumi's Indian Restaurant0.8 km
- Sale Pepe0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Gemini Catering0.3 km
- Golden Flower0.7 km
- Gypsy's Kitchen0.6 km
- New Century0.7 km
- Phoenix Express Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Crown and Crossed Swords Hotel0.8 km
- The Derwent Hotel0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stocksfield9.9 km
- Prudhoe11.1 km
- Riding Mill12.1 km
Bus Stops
- Woodlands Road - Rosedale Avenue0.1 km
- Clarence Gardens0.1 km
- Rosedale Avenue - Shops0.1 km
- Rosedale Avenue - Shops0.1 km
- Woodlands Road - Rosedale Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DH80DF · Data under Open Government Licence