DL17 0DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Mainsforth Front Row, 0.2km from Chilton Lane in Ferryhill. Administratively it sits within Ferryhill ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £53k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 11.8% year-on-year. 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 0DE are sourced from Output Area E00105585 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAINSFORTH FRONT ROW, DL17 0DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAINSFORTH FRONT ROW, DL17 0DE.
228
43
£ 33,100 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL17 0DE 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 51% owner-occupation and average age 43, DL17 0DE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 11.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL17 0DE. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 46,000
11 sales · Mean £ 45,709
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL17 0DE is above average at 104 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.
school Local Schools
Ferryhill Station Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Mainsforth Cricket Club0.8 km
- The Royal British Legion Club0.2 km
- Mainsforth Bowling Club0.8 km
- Mainsforth and District Community Assococation0.9 km
- The Commercial Hotel0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Colins Fish Bar0.9 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Mainsforth News0.8 km
- Premier - Wensley Convenience Store0.1 km
- Ferryhill Discount Stores0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Aycliffe7.8 km
- Shildon8.7 km
- Heighington9.2 km
Bus Stops
- Church0.0 km
- Church0.1 km
- Surtees Arms0.2 km
- Surtees Arms0.2 km
- Cochrane Terrace0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL170DE · Data under Open Government Licence