Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

WILKINSON WAY, DL17 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILKINSON WAY, DL17 0BL.

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Population

336

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 33,100 /yr

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Employed

66%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

DL17 0BL is a young, economically active community — 66% of working-age residents are in employment and the average age is just 30, signalling strong graduate retention. Above-average crime reflects the high footfall and commercial activity in this zone.

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

DL17 0BL is a lively urban neighbourhood on Wilkinson Way, 0.2km from West Chilton in Chilton (County Durham). Administratively it sits within Chilton ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

For families considering a move, DL17 0BL represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (53% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 130 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £114k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DL17 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00183311 (shared with 25 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 0BL. The average age is 30.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

66%Active
FT: 53%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 107,997

20 sales · Mean £ 106,893

Detached

£ 133,995

15 sales · Mean £ 143,562

Terraced

£ 119,995

1 sales · Mean £ 119,995

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

Crime around DL17 0BL is above average at 130 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting74
Violence and sexual offences50
Criminal damage and arson35
Anti-social behaviour27
Other theft18

school Local Schools

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Chilton Academy

Good309 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Chilton Community Sports & Social Club0.7 km
  • Chilton Catholic Club0.9 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Chilton Chippy0.3 km
  • A1 Chop Suey House0.3 km
  • La Casa0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • deli@the old pharmacy0.6 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.7 km
  • Nisa Service Station0.4 km
  • The Bread and Butter Thing0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • County Durham Furniture Help Scheme0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton Aycliffe6.1 km
  • Shildon6.6 km
  • Bishop Auckland7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Football Ground0.1 km
  • Football Ground0.2 km
  • West Chilton Tce East End0.2 km
  • West Chilton Tce East End0.3 km
  • West Chilton Tce West End0.3 km