Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

PELAW AVENUE, DH9 0HE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PELAW AVENUE, DH9 0HE.

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Population

322

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 35,400 /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: DH9 0HE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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3/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

DH9 0HE is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

DH9 0HE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pelaw Avenue, 0.4km from Stanley, East in Stanley (County Durham). Administratively it sits within Tanfield ward and the North Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DH9 0HE represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DH9 0HE are sourced from Output Area E00104843 (shared with 8 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 DH9 0HE. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

DH9 0HE has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences50
Other theft20
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson10
Vehicle crime7

school Local Schools

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Shield Row Primary School

Good160 pupils0.2 km
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East Stanley School

Good197 pupils0.6 km
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North Durham Academy

Good993 pupils0.7 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary, Stanley

Good225 pupils0.8 km
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Tanfield School

Inadequate683 pupils1.2 km
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Stanley Burnside Primary School

Good196 pupils1.4 km
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Beamish Primary School

Good63 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Premier - Shield Row Food & Wine0.3 km
  • MPK Garages Ltd0.5 km
  • Kip Hill Service Station0.3 km
  • Masefield News0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • The White Room Gallery Stanley0.8 km
  • Huggamugs Coffee Shop1.0 km
  • PACT House0.9 km
  • Roma Cafe0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Beamish and East Stanley Sports Club0.5 km
  • Spa Hotel0.6 km
  • The Ball Alley0.3 km
  • The Hilltop0.5 km
  • East Stanley Workingmens Club0.5 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Bamboo House0.6 km
  • Classic Pizza0.6 km
  • The Fish Inn0.6 km
  • The Sandwich Bar0.8 km
  • Shield Row Chippy0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street7.5 km
  • Dunston8.7 km
  • Metrocentre9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Shield Row School0.0 km
  • Shield Row School0.1 km
  • Newburn Road0.1 km
  • Newburn Road0.2 km
  • Hillside Gardens0.2 km