DL14 8QA is a safe, established residential area on Potters Close, 0.1km from Canney Hill in Bishop Auckland. Administratively it sits within Coundon ward and the Bishop Auckland constituency.
For families considering a move, DL14 8QA represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £246k.
Census 2021 statistics for DL14 8QA are sourced from Output Area E00105949 (shared with 40 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
POTTERS CLOSE, DL14 8QA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POTTERS CLOSE, DL14 8QA.
497
39
£ 31,600 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DL14 8QA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 81% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL14 8QA. The average age is 39.0. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 246,000
1 sales · Mean £ 246,000
Detached
£ 195,000
1 sales · Mean £ 195,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
DL14 8QA has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland
Prince Bishops Community Primary School
Victoria Lane Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon
St Andrew's Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Top House0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Bishop Auckland Golf Club0.7 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- KSC Worldwide Ltd0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bishop Auckland1.8 km
- Shildon3.9 km
- Newton Aycliffe6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Allotments0.1 km
- Allotments0.1 km
- Durham Road0.3 km
- Clydesdale Lodge0.3 km
- Clydesdale Lodge0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL148QA · Data under Open Government Licence