Is DL13 1EA a safe place to live?

Yes, DL13 1EA is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 1 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of DL13 1EA?

The population for the DL13 1EA area is approximately 289 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DL13 1EA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL13 1EA.

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

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Population

289

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 38,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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6/10

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1/10

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10/10

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4/10

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5/10

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1/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DL13 1EA spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DL13 1EA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Wearhead in County Durham. Administratively it sits within Weardale ward and the North West Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DL13 1EA represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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

Census 2021 statistics for DL13 1EA are sourced from Output Area E00106029 (shared with 48 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 DL13 1EA. The average age is 50.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 37%

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.

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

DL13 1EA has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Wearhead Primary School

Good23 pupils0.4 km

train Transport Links

Bus Stops

Vedra Close0.1 km
Vedra Close0.1 km
Post Office0.2 km
Post Office0.2 km