Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

CONSTANCE STREET, DH2 1DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CONSTANCE STREET, DH2 1DX.

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Population

306

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 34,500 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH2 1DX 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.

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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DH2 1DX has a significant social housing presence — 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 31-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending down 9.7% year-on-year.

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

DH2 1DX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Constance Street, 0.1km from Pelton in Pelton and Ouston. Administratively it sits within Pelton ward and the North Durham constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DH2 1DX is 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. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 73 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £84k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 9.7% 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 DH2 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00104593 (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 DH2 1DX. The average age is 30.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 7%
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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

£ 80,000

5 sales · Mean £ 67,800

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

Crime around DH2 1DX is moderate at 73 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 offences100
Anti-social behaviour52
Criminal damage and arson51
Shoplifting12
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Pelton Community Primary School

Good321 pupils0.2 km
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St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston

Outstanding236 pupils1.0 km
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Ouston Primary School

Good254 pupils1.2 km
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Roseberry Primary and Nursery School

Good262 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Premier - Perkinsville Superstore0.5 km
  • Megastore0.3 km
  • Premier - Pelton Supply Stores0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Mia's0.3 km
  • Pelton Pork Shop0.4 km
  • Sunflower Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
  • Shafs Deli0.5 km
  • Istanbul Pizza0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Ouston and District Workmans Social Club0.6 km
  • Pelton RAOB Club0.6 km
  • The Crown Inn0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Food0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street2.8 km
  • Dunston9.1 km
  • Heworth9.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Ivy Way0.1 km
  • Ivy Way0.1 km
  • Schools0.1 km
  • Schools0.1 km
  • Schools0.2 km