Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

BROOK STREET, DL16 6DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROOK STREET, DL16 6DR.

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Population

293

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 37,100 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL16 6DR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

DL16 6DR is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

DL16 6DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brook Street, 0.6km from Tudhoe Grange in Spennymoor. Administratively it sits within Tudhoe ward and the Bishop Auckland constituency.

For families considering a move, DL16 6DR represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £52k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DL16 6DR are sourced from Output Area E00105653 (shared with 17 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 6DR. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian3.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 55,000

11 sales · Mean £ 54,517

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

Crime around DL16 6DR is above average at 104 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 offences117
Anti-social behaviour108
Shoplifting76
Criminal damage and arson45
Public order30

school Local Schools

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King Street Primary School

Requires Improvement227 pupils0.1 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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North Park Primary School

Requires Improvement231 pupils0.6 km
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St Charles' Catholic Primary School, Tudhoe

Good222 pupils0.7 km
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Rosa Street Primary and Nursery Academy

Good169 pupils0.8 km
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Tudhoe Moor Nursery School

Good55 pupils0.9 km
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Whitworth Park Academy

Good793 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • The Victoria0.4 km
  • Spennymoor Masonic Hall0.5 km
  • Spennymoor Workingmens Club0.2 km
  • The Brewers Arms0.4 km
  • The Frog and Ferret0.8 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Bloom n Witches0.4 km
  • Hudson Catering1.0 km
  • Clems Fish Restaurant0.8 km
  • Aleeza's0.1 km
  • Aramark @ Bishop Auckland College0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Spennymoor Youth and Community Association Community Takeaway and Cafe0.6 km
  • Dragon City0.3 km
  • Sunrise0.8 km
  • Hung Hay Chop Suey House0.8 km
  • Pedros Peri Grill0.6 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Clayton's Candy Corner0.5 km
  • Card Factory0.4 km
  • Donnas Greengrocers0.3 km
  • Early Noon & Night0.3 km
  • Emparm North East Ltd t/a Millers Chemist0.3 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl0.5 km
  • Aldi0.4 km
  • Iceland0.2 km
  • Asda0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bishop Auckland7.1 km
  • Durham8.6 km
  • Shildon8.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Burn Terrace0.1 km
  • Burn Terrace0.1 km
  • Cheapside Stand C0.2 km
  • Cheapside Stand B0.2 km
  • Cheapside Stand F0.2 km