DL14 0QZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Weardale Drive, 0.6km from Tindale Crescent in Bishop Auckland. Administratively it sits within Woodhouse Close ward and the Bishop Auckland constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, DL14 0QZ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 67% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 108 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £164k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DL14 0QZ are sourced from Output Area E00106116 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEARDALE DRIVE, DL14 0QZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEARDALE DRIVE, DL14 0QZ.
143
36
£ 29,700 /yr
29%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL14 0QZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 67% of tenure in DL14 0QZ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL14 0QZ. The average age is 36.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 164,040
1 sales · Mean £ 164,040
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL14 0QZ is above average at 108 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.
school Local Schools
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Bishop Auckland
Woodhouse Community Primary School
St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College
Bishop Barrington Academy
Aclet Close Nursery School
St Anne's CofE Primary School
Evergreen Primary School
Cockton Hill Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Tindale News0.6 km
- Spar0.7 km
- Argos1.0 km
- Home Bargains0.7 km
- Homebase0.8 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- McDonalds0.8 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.7 km
- Woodhouse Close Church Community Centre0.5 km
- Starbucks Coffee0.8 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Food Warehouse0.9 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Aldi0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Tindale Deli0.7 km
- Tindale Chippy0.7 km
- Yo! To Go!0.7 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Tindale WMC & Institute0.7 km
- Bay Horse Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bishop Auckland1.5 km
- Shildon4.3 km
- Newton Aycliffe7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Weardale Drive - West Lane0.0 km
- Weardale Drive - West Lane0.1 km
- Lusby Cres - Cheesmond Ave0.1 km
- Lusby Cres - Cheesmond Ave0.2 km
- Walker Drive - Taylor Sq0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL140QZ · Data under Open Government Licence