DL14 9BD is an up-and-coming urban area on Maude Terrace, 0.4km from Auckland, St. Helen in Bishop Auckland. Administratively it sits within West Auckland ward and the Bishop Auckland constituency.
For families considering a move, DL14 9BD represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are high (212 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DL14 9BD are sourced from Output Area E00106062 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAUDE TERRACE, DL14 9BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAUDE TERRACE, DL14 9BD.
269
40
£ 36,700 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL14 9BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
DL14 9BD is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £140k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL14 9BD. The average age is 40.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 140,000
3 sales · Mean £ 135,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near DL14 9BD are high at 212 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Helen Auckland Community Primary School
Woodhouse Community Primary School
Aclet Close Nursery School
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Bishop Auckland
Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Superdrug0.5 km
- Tindale News0.7 km
- News and Homeware0.1 km
- Manor Road Convenience Store0.8 km
- Argos0.7 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Tindale WMC & Institute0.8 km
- March Hare0.5 km
- Bishop Auckland Football Club0.5 km
- Tindale Crossing1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Triple Js0.7 km
- KFC0.5 km
- Starbucks Coffee0.6 km
- McDonalds0.6 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.6 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Golden Fry0.0 km
- Royal Chef Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Tindale Chippy0.7 km
- Yo! To Go!0.6 km
- Sorento Takeaway0.8 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bishop Auckland2.7 km
- Shildon4.3 km
- Newton Aycliffe7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Maude Terrace0.0 km
- Maude Terrace0.1 km
- Laburnum Grove0.2 km
- Superstore0.3 km
- Laburnum Grove0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL149BD · Data under Open Government Licence