Is DH6 1DU a safe place to live?

DH6 1DU has a moderate crime rate of 52 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is typical for this type of area in County Durham.

How much do houses cost in DH6 1DU?

The average property price in DH6 1DU is currently around £155k.

What is the population of DH6 1DU?

The population for the DH6 1DU area is approximately 329 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

PARK HOUSE GARDENS, DH6 1DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK HOUSE GARDENS, DH6 1DU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

329

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 38,000 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH6 1DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10

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7/10

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2/10

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6/10

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5/10

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2/10

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2/10

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4/10

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9/10

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Area Character

DH6 1DU is an established family neighbourhood — 53% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DH6 1DU is a safe, established residential area on Park House Gardens, 0.3km from Sherburn in Sherburn (County Durham). Administratively it sits within Sherburn ward and the City of Durham constituency.

This is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DH6 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00105204 (shared with 6 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 DH6 1DU. The average age is 43.0. 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 Asian1.2%

Black / African / Caribbean2.1%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 125,470

6 sales · Mean £ 122,240

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

Crime around DH6 1DU is moderate at 52 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences51

Burglary17

Anti-social behaviour16

Criminal damage and arson13

Vehicle crime12

school Local Schools

Sherburn Primary School

Good170 pupils0.0 km

St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont

Good81 pupils1.4 km

Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School

Good226 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby

Cooplands0.4 km
Everyday News0.3 km
From Loft to Loved0.3 km
Sherburn Village Pharmacy0.1 km
Shergill Stores0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

Lambton Arms0.3 km
Sherburn Village Workingmens Club0.4 km
Cross Keys Inn0.3 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Durham City Gymnastics Club0.4 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

The Co-Operative Food0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Durham5.1 km
Chester-Le-Street9.9 km
Seaham12.3 km

Bus Stops

Aged Miners0.2 km
Park House0.2 km
Aged Miners0.2 km
Park House0.2 km
Park House0.2 km