Is DH7 0DT a safe place to live?

Yes, DH7 0DT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 12 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of DH7 0DT?

The population for the DH7 0DT area is approximately 156 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DH7 0DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH7 0DT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-08 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

156

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH7 0DT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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10/10

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5/10

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3/10

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5/10

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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6/10

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Area Character

DH7 0DT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

DH7 0DT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.2km from Holmside in County Durham. Administratively it sits within Lanchester ward and the North West Durham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 45) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DH7 0DT are sourced from Output Area E00104684 (shared with 16 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 0DT. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%

Asian / British Asian2.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

DH7 0DT has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Holmside Farm Fresh0.9 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Holmside Hall Equestrian (Cafe)0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Chester-Le-Street6.8 km
Durham9.4 km
Dunston12.5 km