Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

PARK PARADE, DL16 6AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK PARADE, DL16 6AN.

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Population

200

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 37,100 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL16 6AN 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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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DL16 6AN combines high owner-occupation (60%), strong property values (£157k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £157k.

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

DL16 6AN is a well-regarded residential area on Park Parade, 0.3km from Spennymoor in Spennymoor. Administratively it sits within Spennymoor ward and the Bishop Auckland constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL16, DL16 6AN offers 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. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 126 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £157k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DL16 6AN are sourced from Output Area E00105751 (shared with 3 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 DL16 6AN. The average age is 55.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 157,500

2 sales · Mean £ 157,500

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

Crime around DL16 6AN is above average at 126 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.

Violence and sexual offences187
Anti-social behaviour141
Shoplifting97
Criminal damage and arson70
Public order56

school Local Schools

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King Street Primary School

Requires Improvement227 pupils0.3 km
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Rosa Street Primary and Nursery Academy

Good169 pupils0.4 km
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Oxclose Nursery School

Requires Improvement71 pupils0.4 km
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Ox Close Primary School

Good306 pupils0.4 km
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Whitworth Park Academy

Good793 pupils0.9 km
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North Park Primary School

Requires Improvement231 pupils0.9 km
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The Meadows School

Requires Improvement65 pupils1.0 km
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Middlestone Moor Academy

Good1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • The Victoria0.1 km
  • The Railway0.4 km
  • Low Spennymoor & Merrington Lane Working Mens Club0.8 km
  • Spennymoor Indoor Bowling Club0.8 km
  • Spennymoor Masonic Hall0.2 km
  • + 12 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Bloom n Witches0.2 km
  • Clems Fish Restaurant0.4 km
  • Clay Cafe0.2 km
  • Aleeza's0.4 km
  • KJ's Coffee Shot0.2 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Spennymoor Youth and Community Association Community Takeaway and Cafe0.9 km
  • Dragon City0.4 km
  • Sunrise0.4 km
  • Happy Valley0.3 km
  • Pizza Heaven0.3 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Premier - Campbells News Food & Wine0.6 km
  • Clayton's Candy Corner0.3 km
  • Bernies Bakery0.5 km
  • The Learning Library0.1 km
  • Greggs0.2 km
  • + 18 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Asda0.5 km
  • Lidl0.3 km
  • Aldi0.1 km
  • Iceland0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bishop Auckland6.7 km
  • Shildon8.5 km
  • Durham8.9 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street0.2 km
  • High Street0.2 km
  • High Street0.2 km
  • High Street0.2 km
  • High Street0.2 km