Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

HIGH STREET, DH1 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

279

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

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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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

DH1 1BQ is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 12.0% year-on-year.

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

DH1 1BQ is a mixed residential area on High Street, 0.4km from Carrville in Durham. Administratively it sits within Belmont ward and the City of Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DH1 1BQ represents 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. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £119k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 12.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DH1 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00104998 (shared with 5 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 1BQ. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 125,000

3 sales · Mean £ 116,666

Semi-Detached

£ 129,125

4 sales · Mean £ 111,312

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

Crime around DH1 1BQ is moderate at 56 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.

Shoplifting52
Violence and sexual offences52
Anti-social behaviour32
Burglary14
Vehicle crime14

school Local Schools

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Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Good269 pupils0.4 km
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Belmont Community School

Good788 pupils0.4 km
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Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School

Good226 pupils0.6 km
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St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont

Good81 pupils0.7 km
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Durham Gilesgate Primary School

Requires Improvement130 pupils1.5 km
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St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham

Good171 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Bannatynes Hotel and Health Club0.7 km
  • Belmont Parish Hall0.3 km
  • Lickity Split1.0 km
  • County Durham & Darlington Fire & Rescue Service0.8 km
  • Extra Time Cafe Bar1.0 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Spar0.2 km
  • Bainbridge Enterprises0.4 km
  • H Taylor and Sons0.4 km
  • Carrville Service Station0.7 km
  • Cheesy Waffles Project0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Belmont Social Club and Institute Ltd0.3 km
  • Travellers Rest0.5 km
  • Stirks Italian Steakhouse at The Belmont0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Co-operative Group Ltd0.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Belmont Tandoori0.4 km
  • Battered & Fried0.1 km
  • Belmont Pizza House0.2 km
  • Lotus Garden0.4 km
  • Star Pizza0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Moorend House Bed & Breakfast0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Durham3.7 km
  • Chester-Le-Street8.0 km
  • Seaham13.1 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street0.0 km
  • High Street0.1 km
  • Grange Court0.2 km
  • Vicarage0.3 km
  • Vicarage0.3 km