Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

WOODLANDS ROAD, DH8 0DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODLANDS ROAD, DH8 0DH.

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Population

322

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /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: DH8 0DH 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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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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7/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DH8 0DH combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£253k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £253k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 144.9% year-on-year.

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

DH8 0DH is a sought-after residential area on Woodlands Road, 0.2km from Shotley Bridge in Consett. Administratively it sits within Benfieldside ward and the North West Durham constituency.

For serious buyers, DH8 0DH is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 92% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £253k, up 144.9% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DH8 0DH are sourced from Output Area E00104663 (shared with 11 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 DH8 0DH. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 360,000

1 sales · Mean £ 360,000

Semi-Detached

£ 150,500

2 sales · Mean £ 150,500

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

DH8 0DH has low crime rates — 12 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.

Violence and sexual offences27
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson3
Burglary2
Shoplifting2

school Local Schools

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Shotley Bridge Primary School

Good396 pupils0.4 km
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Benfieldside Primary School

Requires Improvement237 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill

Good206 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • B and J News0.8 km
  • Jaspah Too0.8 km
  • Londis Blackhill0.8 km
  • Jamuna Stores0.4 km
  • Shotley & Benfieldside Tennis Club0.2 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Kings Head Social Club0.6 km
  • The Scotch Arms1.0 km
  • Miners Arms0.8 km
  • The Cricketers1.0 km
  • Consett Cricket Club0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Lisa's Little Tearoom0.8 km
  • The Spotty Giraffe0.8 km
  • Courtside Cafe0.2 km
  • Rumi's Indian Restaurant0.6 km
  • Sale Pepe0.6 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Gemini Catering0.1 km
  • Golden Flower0.6 km
  • Gypsy's Kitchen0.8 km
  • New Century0.8 km
  • Phoenix Express Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Crown and Crossed Swords Hotel0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stocksfield9.7 km
  • Prudhoe10.9 km
  • Riding Mill11.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodlands Road - Rosedale Avenue0.1 km
  • Rosedale Avenue - Shops0.1 km
  • Clarence Gardens0.1 km
  • Woodlands Road - Rosedale Avenue0.1 km
  • Rosedale Avenue - Shops0.1 km