DL14 0DQ is a mixed residential area on East Park, 0.7km from Phoenix Row in Toft Hill and High Etherley. Administratively it sits within Evenwood ward and the Bishop Auckland constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL14, DL14 0DQ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Prices average £605k.
Census 2021 statistics for DL14 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00105868 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EAST PARK, DL14 0DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST PARK, DL14 0DQ.
206
55
£ 37,400 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL14 0DQ 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.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 55, DL14 0DQ is established retirement territory. With £605k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL14 0DQ. The average age is 55.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 297,500
3 sales · Mean £ 363,833
school Local Schools
St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bishop Auckland4.4 km
- Shildon8.0 km
- Newton Aycliffe11.5 km
Bus Stops
- New Inn Farm0.4 km
- New Inn Farm0.4 km
- Royal Hotel0.5 km
- Royal Hotel0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DL140DQ · Data under Open Government Licence