DL17 0AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cleveland Court, 0.2km from Rudd Hill in Ferryhill. Administratively it sits within Ferryhill ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
For families considering a move, DL17 0AF represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £192k, down 28.9% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DL17 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00105551 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLEVELAND COURT, DL17 0AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLEVELAND COURT, DL17 0AF.
286
50
£ 33,100 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DL17 0AF spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 28.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL17 0AF. The average age is 49.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 192,500
2 sales · Mean £ 192,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL17 0AF has low crime rates — 49 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
The Woodlands
Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School
Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy
Ferryhill Station Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Ferryhill Discount Stores0.4 km
- Irutha Convenience0.4 km
- Premier - Ferryhill Convenience Store0.3 km
- Broom Mini Market0.6 km
- Mainsforth News0.3 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Mainsforth and District Community Assococation0.2 km
- The Commercial Hotel0.2 km
- Mainsforth Cricket Club0.6 km
- Ferryhill Sports and Education Centre0.5 km
- Ferryhill Station Workingmens Club0.3 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Colins Fish Bar0.2 km
- The Chippy0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Toshachs Cafe @ no190.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Aycliffe8.4 km
- Shildon9.0 km
- Bishop Auckland9.5 km
Bus Stops
- Gladstone Terrace0.1 km
- Gladstone Terrace0.1 km
- Linden0.2 km
- Eldon Arms0.2 km
- Eldon Arms0.3 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: DL170AF · Data under Open Government Licence