DL17 0BE is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Rawlinson Close, 0.1km from West Chilton in Chilton (County Durham). Administratively it sits within Chilton ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a manufacturing, energy and utilities zone — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 30 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (53% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £148k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 7.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DL17 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00183311 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAWLINSON CLOSE, DL17 0BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAWLINSON CLOSE, DL17 0BE.
336
30
£ 33,100 /yr
66%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DL17 0BE is a young, economically active community — 66% of working-age residents are in employment and the average age is just 30, signalling strong graduate retention. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street. Property prices are trending down 7.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL17 0BE. The average age is 30.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 172,500
4 sales · Mean £ 163,750
Semi-Detached
£ 112,000
3 sales · Mean £ 114,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL17 0BE is above average at 104 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
Chilton Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- A1 Chop Suey House0.2 km
- Chilton Chippy0.2 km
- La Casa0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Chilton Catholic Club0.7 km
- The Wheatsheaf0.4 km
- Chilton Community Sports & Social Club0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Nisa Service Station0.6 km
- The Bread and Butter Thing0.7 km
- deli@the old pharmacy0.6 km
- Morrisons Daily0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- County Durham Furniture Help Scheme0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Aycliffe6.1 km
- Shildon6.7 km
- Heighington7.7 km
Bus Stops
- West Chilton Tce East End0.1 km
- West Chilton Tce East End0.1 km
- Church0.1 km
- Church0.2 km
- Cemetery0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL170BE · Data under Open Government Licence