Is DL14 0AR a safe place to live?

Yes, DL14 0AR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 26 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DL14 0AR?

The average property price in DL14 0AR is currently around £194k.

What is the population of DL14 0AR?

The population for the DL14 0AR area is approximately 276 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

CEMETERY ROAD, DL14 0AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CEMETERY ROAD, DL14 0AR.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 38,300 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL14 0AR 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.

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7/10

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5/10

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1/10

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4/10

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3/10

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6/10

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2/10

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8/10

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2/10

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Area Character

DL14 0AR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 82% 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. Property prices are trending down 57.4% year-on-year.

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

DL14 0AR is a safe, established residential area on Cemetery Road, 0.5km 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 0AR represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. 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. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £194k, down 57.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DL14 0AR are sourced from Output Area E00106113 (shared with 14 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 0AR. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 3%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 232,750

4 sales · Mean £ 212,625

Terraced

£ 148,750

6 sales · Mean £ 136,250

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

DL14 0AR has low crime rates — 26 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 offences6

Vehicle crime2

Other crime2

Public order2

Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

Witton-le-Wear Primary School

Outstanding0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Dun Cow Inn0.3 km
Victoria Inn0.1 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Witton Castle Country Park1.0 km
Low Barns Coffee Shop0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bishop Auckland6.4 km
Shildon10.2 km
Newton Aycliffe13.7 km

Bus Stops

School Street0.1 km
School Street0.1 km
Witton Hall0.1 km
Witton Hall0.1 km
Post Office0.2 km