DH3 1GH is a safe, established residential area on Elm Crescent, 0.6km from Team Colliery in Birtley. Administratively it sits within Lamesley ward and the Blaydon constituency.
For families considering a move, DH3 1GH represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 82% 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: Average house prices are around £246k, up 13.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DH3 1GH are sourced from Output Area E00041704 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELM CRESCENT, DH3 1GH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELM CRESCENT, DH3 1GH.
475
44
£ 37,900 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DH3 1GH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 82% 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. Property prices are trending up 13.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH3 1GH. The average age is 44.4. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 251,000
34 sales · Mean £ 252,022
Semi-Detached
£ 191,000
11 sales · Mean £ 192,363
Terraced
£ 141,500
2 sales · Mean £ 141,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
DH3 1GH 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.
school Local Schools
Birtley East Community Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley
Ravensworth Terrace Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley
Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Delicious Di's0.2 km
- Birtley Community Association0.9 km
- Lotus Leaf0.9 km
- Sunarga Indian Restaurant0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Leybourne Fisheries0.5 km
- Thai Wah Chop Suey0.6 km
- Jewel In The Crown0.5 km
- Benelli's Pizza0.8 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Soka Wine Centre0.5 km
- Birtley Community Fridge0.9 km
- Costcutter0.6 km
- Nisa0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Angel View Inn0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Three Tuns Inn0.7 km
- Coach And Horses0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Heworth5.5 km
- Chester-Le-Street5.7 km
- Dunston6.5 km
Bus Stops
- Lansbury Drive0.2 km
- Windsor Road - Crematorium0.2 km
- Lansbury Drive0.3 km
- Windsor Road - Crematorium0.3 km
- The Hollys0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DH31GH · Data under Open Government Licence