Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

WEST TERRACE, DH7 0DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST TERRACE, DH7 0DQ.

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

272

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH7 0DQ 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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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

With 42% social renting, DH7 0DQ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

DH7 0DQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on West Terrace, 0.2km from Burnhope in Burnhope. Administratively it sits within Lanchester ward and the North West Durham constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DH7 0DQ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DH7 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00104687 (shared with 14 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 DH7 0DQ. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

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

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

DH7 0DQ has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson15
Violence and sexual offences14
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour5
Drugs3

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Burnhope Primary School

Good0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Johnstons Newsagents0.4 km
  • Helens Top Shop0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Burnhope Cricket Club0.7 km
  • The Garage Bar and Grille0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street9.0 km
  • Durham9.8 km
  • Dunston14.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Office - Ivy Club0.1 km
  • Whitehouse Avenue - Shops0.1 km
  • Post Office - Ivy Club0.1 km
  • Whitehouse Avenue - Shops0.1 km
  • Outside 32 Whitehouse Avenue0.3 km