DL17 0BW is an up-and-coming urban area on Ferversham Terrace, 0.2km from Chilton Lane in County Durham. Administratively it sits within Ferryhill ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 138 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £50k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 15.0% 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 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00105584 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FERVERSHAM TERRACE, DL17 0BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FERVERSHAM TERRACE, DL17 0BW.
227
39
£ 33,100 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL17 0BW 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DL17 0BW — age 39, 38% ownership, 45% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £50k. Property prices are trending up 15.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL17 0BW. The average age is 38.7. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 46,250
30 sales · Mean £ 50,246
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL17 0BW is above average at 138 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
Ferryhill Station Primary School
The Woodlands
Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Mainsforth Cricket Club0.7 km
- The Royal British Legion Club0.3 km
- Mainsforth Bowling Club0.7 km
- Mainsforth and District Community Assococation0.8 km
- The Commercial Hotel0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Colins Fish Bar0.8 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Mainsforth News0.7 km
- Premier - Wensley Convenience Store0.1 km
- Ferryhill Discount Stores0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Aycliffe7.9 km
- Shildon8.8 km
- Heighington9.3 km
Bus Stops
- Church0.0 km
- Church0.1 km
- Surtees Arms0.3 km
- Surtees Arms0.3 km
- Cochrane Terrace0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DL170BW · Data under Open Government Licence