68POPULATION
3.9%UNEMPLOYED
47%MARRIED
£0AVERAGE WAGE
HI CRIME RATE
22%'AB' SOCIAL CLASS
DH6 5HWLocal Map
Approximate address for DH6 5HW:
IntroductionDH6 5HW

Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the DH6 5HW postcode area in Durham.

We've got loads of statistics for DH6 5HW, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.

DH Postcode Wall Map
DemographicsDH6 5HW

What social class do the population of DH6 5HW belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is DH6 5HW in Durham, how professionally qualified are the community, and how many hours a week do they work? All this, and more information and demographic statistics about DH6 5HW from the Census 2011.


AVERAGE AGES

  • 16%Children
  • 83%Adults

16% of people in this postcode area are children. Of the remainder, 7% are aged 76 or more.

GENDER SPLIT

  • 57.4%Male
  • 42.6%Female

From the last census, 57.4% of people in DH65HW male, and 42.6% female. Men outnumber women in Durham South.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 22%AB
  • 50%C2/C2
  • 28%DE

According to census records, 22% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

MARITAL STATUS

  • 31%SINGLE
  • 47%MARRIED

The percentage of people who are married in DH6 5HW is 31%. Single and 'other' people is 68%.

ETHNICITY

  • 99%WHITE
  • 2%NON-WHITE

99% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 91.6%WORKING
  • 3.9%UNEMPLOYED

3.9% are either unemployed or students in this area. The UK unemployment rate is 4%.

See all demographics for DH6 5HW

Discover DH6 5HW

People and Demographics

DH6 5HW
People and Demographics

Demographics

An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in DH6 5HW, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.

DH6 5HW Demographics

Crime Rates and Statistics

Crime Rates

Police crime stats - see how safe it is around DH6 5HW, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?

Crime stats in DH6 5HW

Constituency & Democracy Information

Constituency

Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.

DH6 5HW Constituency

Local Issues & Problems

Local Issues

In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around DH6 5HW reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.

DH6 5HW Issues

Sunrise and Sunset Times

Sunrise/Sunset

Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area DH65HW. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!

Sunrise/sunset in DH6 5HW

Local Job Vacancies

Job Vacancies

Looking for job vacancies in the DH6 5HW area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.

Job vacancies near DH6 5HW

Travel & Transport

DH6 5HW
Travel

Travel

Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to DH6 5HW.

Travel around DH6 5HW

Traffic and Travel Reports

Traffic Reports

Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.

Traffic near DH6 5HW

Taxis and Minicabs

Taxi Firms

Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the DH6 5HW area.

Taxis near DH6 5HW

Car Parks

Car Parks

Locate the nearest car parks near DH6 5HW, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Car Parks near DH6 5HW

Leisure & Outdoor Facilities

DH6 5HW
Events near DH6 5HW

Events

From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around DH6 5HW.

What's on near DH6 5HW

Local Attractions

Attractions

Enjoy a great family day out at a local attraction near DH6 5HW, including theme parks, castles, historic castles & more.

Attractions near DH6 5HW

Hotels and Bed & Breakfast

Hotels

Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area DH6 5HW.

Hotels near DH6 5HW

Tourist Information

Tourist Information

Locate the nearest car parks near DH6 5HW, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Tourist Information DH6 5HW

Local Amenities

DH6 5HW
Banks near DH6 5HW

Banks

Find the nearest bank or building society in DH6 5HW. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.

Banks near DH6 5HW

Cash Machines (ATMs)

Cash Machines

Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the DH6 5HW postcode area that dispense money.

Cach Machines near DH6 5HW

Schools

Schools

The nearest schools in the DH6 5HW area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.

Schools near DH6 5HW

Shopping Centres

Shopping Centres

Shop until you drop at a retail park or shopping centre near here. There's nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy.

Shopping Centres DH6 5HW

Police Stations

Police Stations

Report a crime or make an enquiry at your local police station or constabulary in your area. Phone 101 in a non-emergency.

Police Stations in DH6 5HW

Emergencies

Emergency Facilities

A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near DH6 5HW.

Emergencies in DH6 5HW

Post Offices

Post Offices

Whether you want to send a letter, make a Post Office transaction or pop a letter in the local postbox, we've got you covered.

Post Offices in DH6 5HW

Libraries

Libraries

A useful list of lending libraries located in and around DH6 5HW. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.

Libraries in DH6 5HW

Your views ofDH6 5HW

Chris H

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

We don't have any views of Dh65hw right now. If you live in Dh65hw or have visited it, please help us to help others by telling others what you think of this neighbourhood.


Add your view of DH6 5HW

People need your local expertise. If you live in DH6 5HW or have first-hand knowledge of the neighbourhood, please consider sharing your views. It's completely anonymous - all we ask is for your initials.

Your initials
Email (never published)
Your review

Please tell us what you like about the DH6 5HW postcode area, what you don't like, and what it's like to live or work here.

Your opinions on...
LOCAL AMENITIES
FAMILY FRIENDLY
PARKING
GREEN SPACES
----
Compare Conveyancing Quotes

Essential InformationDH6 5HW

DH65HW Postcode Breakdown

DHAREA6DISTRICT5SECTORHWUNIT
Full PostcodeDH6 5HW
Latitude/Longitude,
Postal TownDurham
Easting
Northing
Ward Name
MSOA Name
LSOA Name
County
Region
CountryEngland
Local Authority
Local Authority Code
Area ClassificationLargely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%)

DH65HW Postal District

Compass Postal District

DH6 5HW postcode is located in the postal town of Durham. Durham postal area may cover a large geographical region that may correspond to several postal districts, which may include many towns and/or villages. Use the map to determine the geographical location of the postcode DH6 5HW.

Nearest Towns & Cities
Croxdale0.8 miles E
Brandon2.1 miles NW
Brancepeth2.7 miles W
Byers Green2.7 miles SW
Durham2.8 miles N
Kirk Merrington3 miles S
Spennymoor3.1 miles S
Cornforth3.3 miles E
Ferryhill3.3 miles SE
Coxhoe3.4 miles E
Willington4.7 miles W
Quarrington Hill4.7 miles E
Sherburn4.9 miles E
Bishop Middleham5 miles E
Witton Gilbert5.4 miles NW
London232 miles SE
Glasgow129 miles NW
Edinburgh105 miles NW
Cardiff234 miles S
Liverpool108 miles SW
Southampton265 miles S
Saint Ives269 miles S

Pictures as Morris Dancers take over Darlington town centre

The Black Diamond Mixed Cotswold Morris dancers in Darlington took over the town centre for an electric display of dance and energy.

Northern Echo

Subaru Outback is a great all-rounder

A WEEK away over Easter presented the ideal chance to test out the Subaru Outback's credentials as a family SUV and we weren't disappointed.

Northern Echo

Today's Redcar race meeting abandoned due to heavy rain

REDCAR has been forced to abandon its second successive race meeting at the start of the 2024 season due to heavy rain.

Northern Echo

Darlington Salvation Army opening Memory Lane Activity Caf

A trip down memory lane, plus a range of activities and a decent cuppa are all on offer for visitors to a new dementia-friendly caf.

Northern Echo

Son jailed for attacking his father in his Easington home over dog row

An Aycliffe man reacted angrily and attacked his father in a row over his alleged treatment of the defendant's pet dog.

Northern Echo

McDonald's plan to open new Fulford Road restaurant in York

McDonald's plans to open a new fast food restaurant in Fulford Road in York.

Northern Echo

Woman suffers head injury in Ouston, County Durham 'assault'

Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was injured in a suspected assault in Ouston, near Chester-le-Street

Northern Echo

Alpamare water park Scarborough looking for new operator

North Yorkshire Council has begun the search for a new operator for the currently closed Alpamare waterpark in Scarborough.

Northern Echo

From the Postcode Area blog

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Ever wondered about the crime rate in your UK postcode? You're not alone. We've dug deep into the data, uncovering trends and patterns that'll make your head spin.

Read more

Death of the High Street?

Death of the High Street?

The BBC reports that despite councils' attempts to kurb them, the UK's high streets have seen a huge growth in fast food outlets. Could this mark the death knell for the Great British high street, and what can we do about it to halt its decline?

Read more

Discrimination by Postcode

Discrimination by Postcode

You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.

Read more

The Redesign is Underway

The Redesign is Underway

Well, the current website was absolutely in dire need of a good redesign - from the ground up. So I set out to pull it all apart and get it up and running again to become the most comprehensive guide to every postcode in the UK. And it's been a long, tough job from start to finish - and quite possibly the biggest project I've ever undertaken.

Read more

54.72681
-1.584141