Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

HIGH STREET, DH1 1AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, DH1 1AT.

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Population

280

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

DH1 1AT is an established family neighbourhood — 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 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. Property prices are trending up 18.1% year-on-year.

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

DH1 1AT is a safe, established residential area on High Street, 0.5km from Carrville in Durham. Administratively it sits within Belmont ward and the City of Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DH1 1AT represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £117k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 18.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DH1 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00104999 (shared with 3 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 DH1 1AT. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%
Asian / British Asian5.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 108,500

14 sales · Mean £ 107,750

Flat

£ 70,000

1 sales · Mean £ 70,000

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

DH1 1AT has low crime rates — 42 incidents 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 offences38
Anti-social behaviour25
Burglary16
Vehicle crime14
Shoplifting11

school Local Schools

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Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School

Good226 pupils0.6 km
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Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Good269 pupils0.6 km
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Belmont Community School

Good788 pupils0.6 km
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St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont

Good81 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Bannatynes Hotel and Health Club0.9 km
  • Belmont Parish Hall0.4 km
  • County Durham & Darlington Fire & Rescue Service0.9 km
  • Chapter Two0.8 km
  • Daisy Rose Coffee House0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Spar0.4 km
  • Bainbridge Enterprises0.5 km
  • H Taylor and Sons0.5 km
  • Carrville Service Station0.6 km
  • Clarks Chemist0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Ramside Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Club0.9 km
  • Moorend House Bed & Breakfast0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Belmont Social Club and Institute Ltd0.2 km
  • Travellers Rest0.4 km
  • Stirks Italian Steakhouse at The Belmont0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Co-operative Group Ltd0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Belmont Tandoori0.5 km
  • Battered & Fried0.2 km
  • Belmont Pizza House0.4 km
  • Lotus Garden0.5 km
  • Star Pizza0.5 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Durham3.8 km
  • Chester-Le-Street7.9 km
  • Seaham13.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Grange Court0.0 km
  • Grange Court0.1 km
  • High Street0.2 km
  • High Street0.3 km
  • Dene Drive0.4 km