Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

WEST LAW ROAD, DH8 0EH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST LAW ROAD, DH8 0EH.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH8 0EH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
workEmployment
9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DH8 0EH — age 47, 82% ownership, 15% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DH8 0EH is a safe, established residential area on West Law Road, 0.1km from Snow's Green in Consett. Administratively it sits within Leadgate and Medomsley ward and the North West Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DH8 0EH represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £181k.

Census 2021 statistics for DH8 0EH are sourced from Output Area E00104809 (shared with 15 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 DH8 0EH. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 162,750

2 sales · Mean £ 162,750

Terraced

£ 220,000

1 sales · Mean £ 220,000

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

DH8 0EH has low crime rates — 9 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences11
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Shotley Bridge Primary School

Good396 pupils0.2 km
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Benfieldside Primary School

Requires Improvement237 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Kings Head Social Club0.8 km
  • Shotley Bridge Cricket Club0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Gemini Catering0.6 km
  • Golden Flower0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Jamuna Stores0.9 km
  • Shotley & Benfieldside Tennis Club0.7 km
  • Cakeberry Corner0.6 km
  • Jamuna and Brothers0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Crown and Crossed Swords Hotel0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Courtside Cafe0.7 km
  • Rumi's Indian Restaurant0.8 km
  • Sale Pepe0.7 km
  • Isabella's Coffee Shop0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stocksfield9.2 km
  • Prudhoe10.3 km
  • Riding Mill11.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Brook Cottage0.1 km
  • Brook Cottage0.1 km
  • Snows Green Road0.1 km
  • Snows Green Road0.1 km
  • Woodlands Road End0.3 km