Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

THE TOWERS, DL14 0AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE TOWERS, DL14 0AD.

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

297

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 38,300 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL14 0AD 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.

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8/10
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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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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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Area Character

DL14 0AD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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

DL14 0AD is a safe, established residential area on The Towers, 0.2km from Witton le Wear in Witton-le-Wear. Administratively it sits within Weardale ward and the North West Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DL14 0AD represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £191k.

Census 2021 statistics for DL14 0AD are sourced from Output Area E00106115 (shared with 10 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 DL14 0AD. The average age is 47.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 174,000

6 sales · Mean £ 168,841

Terraced

£ 231,500

2 sales · Mean £ 231,500

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

DL14 0AD has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Vehicle crime2
Burglary2
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

P

Witton-le-Wear Primary School

Outstanding0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Dun Cow Inn0.2 km
  • Victoria Inn0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Low Barns Coffee Shop0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bishop Auckland6.9 km
  • Shildon10.7 km
  • Newton Aycliffe14.2 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street - Dun Cow0.1 km
  • High Street - Dun Cow0.3 km
  • Daleside Garage0.4 km
  • Daleside Garage0.4 km
  • School Street0.4 km