DH7 7ER is a mixed residential area on Waltons Terrace, 0.4km from New Brancepeth in New Brancepeth. Administratively it sits within Deerness ward and the City of Durham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £80k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 9.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DH7 7ER are sourced from Output Area E00105112 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WALTONS TERRACE, DH7 7ER House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALTONS TERRACE, DH7 7ER.
349
40
£ 37,100 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DH7 7ER represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
DH7 7ER is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 9.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH7 7ER. The average age is 39.8. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 70,000
19 sales · Mean £ 70,157
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DH7 7ER is moderate at 61 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
New Brancepeth Primary Academy
Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Ushaw Moor
Durham Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Chateau Winston Ginger Wine0.4 km
- Premier - Dhillons Convenience Store0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- New Brancepeth Club Ltd0.4 km
- Ushaw Moor Cricket Club0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Chop Chop1.0 km
- Ushaw Hut1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- La Fattoria Capriccio 46 Ltd0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Durham4.4 km
- Chester-Le-Street10.6 km
- Bishop Auckland12.5 km
Bus Stops
- Doric Road - Walton's Terrace0.1 km
- Doric Road0.1 km
- Braunespath Cottage0.1 km
- Waltons Terrace0.2 km
- Pringle Place0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DH77ER · Data under Open Government Licence