DL14 0AL is a safe, established residential area on Railway Terrace, 0.6km from Witton le Wear in Witton-le-Wear. Administratively it sits within Weardale ward and the North West Durham constituency.
For families considering a move, DL14 0AL represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £98k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DL14 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00106113 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAILWAY TERRACE, DL14 0AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAILWAY TERRACE, DL14 0AL.
276
47
£ 38,300 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL14 0AL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DL14 0AL — age 47, 82% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL14 0AL. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 98,000
5 sales · Mean £ 125,200
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL14 0AL has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Witton-le-Wear Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Dun Cow Inn0.4 km
- Victoria Inn0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Witton Castle Country Park0.9 km
- Low Barns Coffee Shop0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bishop Auckland6.2 km
- Shildon10.1 km
- Newton Aycliffe13.6 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.0 km
- Post Office0.0 km
- Witton Hall0.2 km
- School Street0.2 km
- School Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL140AL · Data under Open Government Licence