DH1 1AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.6km from Carrville in Durham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Belmont ward and the City of Durham constituency.
This is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DH1 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00104992 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DH1 1AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH1 1AU.
241
53
£ 45,400 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DH1 1AU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 DH1 1AU. The average age is 53.3. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DH1 1AU has low crime rates — 46 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School
Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Belmont Community School
St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Spar0.6 km
- Bainbridge Enterprises0.7 km
- H Taylor and Sons0.7 km
- Carrville Service Station0.4 km
- Clarks Chemist0.7 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Belmont Parish Hall0.6 km
- Chapter Two0.8 km
- Daisy Rose Coffee House0.7 km
- Eurest c/o Royal Mail0.6 km
- County Durham & Darlington Fire & Rescue Service1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ramside Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Club0.8 km
- Moorend House Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Belmont Social Club and Institute Ltd0.0 km
- Travellers Rest0.5 km
- Stirks Italian Steakhouse at The Belmont0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Co-operative Group Ltd0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Belmont Tandoori0.7 km
- Battered & Fried0.4 km
- Belmont Pizza House0.6 km
- Lotus Garden0.7 km
- Star Pizza0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Durham3.9 km
- Chester-Le-Street7.7 km
- Seaham12.9 km
Bus Stops
- Grange Court0.1 km
- Grange Court0.2 km
- Dene Drive0.3 km
- Dene Drive0.3 km
- Belmont Park and Ride0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DH11AU · Data under Open Government Licence