Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

HEDLEY COURT, DH7 7TG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEDLEY COURT, DH7 7TG.

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Population

373

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 37,100 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH7 7TG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DH7 7TG spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £171k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 49.1% year-on-year.

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

DH7 7TG is a sought-after residential area on Hedley Court, 0.6km from Bearpark in Ushaw Moor and Bearpark. Administratively it sits within Esh and Witton Gilbert ward and the City of Durham constituency.

For serious buyers, DH7 7TG is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £171k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 49.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DH7 7TG are sourced from Output Area E00171856 (shared with 24 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 7TG. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.6%
Asian / British Asian3.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 170,750

20 sales · Mean £ 169,350

Semi-Detached

£ 133,000

1 sales · Mean £ 133,000

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

Crime around DH7 7TG is moderate at 50 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.

Anti-social behaviour41
Violence and sexual offences20
Criminal damage and arson7
Burglary4
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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Bearpark Primary School

Requires Improvement87 pupils0.5 km
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Durham Academy

Requires Improvement0.6 km
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Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery

Good180 pupils1.1 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Ushaw Moor

Good92 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Reanie's0.6 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.8 km
  • Bearpark News and Booze0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Rayhan Spice0.6 km
  • Paradise Pizza0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Dog and Gun0.6 km
  • Bearpark Workmens Club and Institute0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Durham3.8 km
  • Chester-Le-Street8.5 km
  • Bishop Auckland14.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Hilltop Road - east end0.1 km
  • Hilltop Road - east end0.1 km
  • Beaurepaire0.2 km
  • Beaurepaire0.2 km
  • College View0.2 km