Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

NEWLANDS RISE, DL17 0AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWLANDS RISE, DL17 0AP.

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Population

333

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 33,100 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DL17 0AP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DL17 0AP spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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

DL17 0AP is an up-and-coming urban area on Newlands Rise, 0.4km from Rudd Hill in County Durham. Administratively it sits within Ferryhill ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DL17 0AP is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 28% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are high (143 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for DL17 0AP are sourced from Output Area E00105587 (shared with 29 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 DL17 0AP. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near DL17 0AP are high at 143 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 offences52
Anti-social behaviour20
Criminal damage and arson13
Public order13
Shoplifting5

school Local Schools

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Ferryhill Station Primary School

Good71 pupils0.5 km
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The Woodlands

Good154 pupils1.2 km
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Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School

Good286 pupils1.2 km
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Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy

Outstanding242 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Mainsforth News0.3 km
  • Premier - Wensley Convenience Store0.5 km
  • Ferryhill Discount Stores0.1 km
  • Irutha Convenience0.9 km
  • Premier - Ferryhill Convenience Store0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Ferryhill Station Workingmens Club0.8 km
  • Mainsforth Bowling Club0.4 km
  • Mainsforth and District Community Assococation0.4 km
  • The Commercial Hotel0.4 km
  • The Surtees Arms0.7 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Colins Fish Bar0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton Aycliffe8.2 km
  • Shildon9.0 km
  • Heighington9.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Chilton Lane - Trafalger St0.0 km
  • Chilton Lane - Trafalger St0.1 km
  • Eldon Arms0.2 km
  • Eldon Arms0.3 km
  • Eldon Arms0.3 km