DH3 2JQ is a safe, established residential area on Dunvegan, 0.7km from Vigo in Birtley. Administratively it sits within Birtley ward and the Blaydon constituency.
For families considering a move, DH3 2JQ represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £154k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 12.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DH3 2JQ are sourced from Output Area E00041441 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DUNVEGAN, DH3 2JQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DUNVEGAN, DH3 2JQ.
307
44
£ 35,400 /yr
48%
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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DH3 2JQ spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 12.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH3 2JQ. The average age is 44.5. 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
Terraced
£ 127,500
8 sales · Mean £ 130,312
Semi-Detached
£ 190,750
1 sales · Mean £ 190,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
DH3 2JQ has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Portobello Primary School
Barley Mow Primary School
Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy
Holley Park Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley
Ravensworth Terrace Primary School
Rickleton Primary School
Oxclose Community Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km
- Norfolk Food Market0.9 km
- BP South0.2 km
- Vigo Convenience0.5 km
- WH Smith0.2 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Hotel Grill Campanile0.7 km
- Washington Premier Inn0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Birtley Town Football Club0.9 km
- Birtley Golf Club0.9 km
- The Moulders Arms0.9 km
- Barley Mow Inn0.8 km
- Barley Mow Working Mens Club0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Burger King0.2 km
- Canford Audio0.9 km
- Costa Coffee - Northbound0.2 km
- Costa Coffee - Southbound0.2 km
- Sherpa Kids Gateshead0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Elli Deli1.0 km
- Greggs - Washington Northbound0.2 km
- Cod Father0.9 km
- Greggs - Washington Southbound0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street3.8 km
- Heworth7.1 km
- Dunston9.1 km
Bus Stops
- Dunvegan0.0 km
- Portobello Road-Dunvegan0.1 km
- Portobello Road-Portobello Terrace0.1 km
- Windermere0.1 km
- Portobello Road-Windermere0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DH32JQ · Data under Open Government Licence