Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DL15 0DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL15 0DF.

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Population

279

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 31,600 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL15 0DF 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.

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5/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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2/10
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2/10
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2/10
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Area Character

DL15 0DF has a significant social housing presence — 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

DL15 0DF is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Low Willington in Willington (County Durham). Administratively it sits within Willington and Hunwick ward and the North West Durham constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DL15 0DF is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £249k.

Census 2021 statistics for DL15 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00106085 (shared with 8 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 DL15 0DF. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 274,975

2 sales · Mean £ 274,975

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

Crime around DL15 0DF is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour24
Violence and sexual offences20
Criminal damage and arson8
Shoplifting6
Other crime5

school Local Schools

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St Stephen's Church of England Primary School

Good207 pupils1.1 km
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Parkside Academy

Outstanding960 pupils1.3 km
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Willington Primary School

Good209 pupils1.4 km
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Byers Green Primary School

Good82 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Graham Eyes Quality Butchers0.0 km
  • Spar Store0.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Black Horse0.7 km
  • Willington Cricket Club0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bishop Auckland6.1 km
  • Durham9.5 km
  • Shildon9.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Ash Drive0.1 km
  • Cemetery0.1 km
  • Cemetery0.2 km
  • Laburnum Gardens0.2 km
  • Laburnum Gardens0.2 km