Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DL4 2QU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL4 2QU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

257

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 30,200 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL4 2QU 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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8/10
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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DL4 2QU's 68% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

DL4 2QU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Old Eldon in County Durham. Administratively it sits within Shildon and Dene Valley ward and the Bishop Auckland constituency.

For families considering a move, DL4 2QU represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 DL4 2QU are sourced from Output Area E00105763 (shared with 11 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 DL4 2QU. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

DL4 2QU has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson3
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England Aided Primary School, Shildon

Outstanding237 pupils1.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shildon2.0 km
  • Newton Aycliffe3.7 km
  • Bishop Auckland4.2 km