DH8 5WU Postcode Area
Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the DH8 5WU postcode area in Durham.
We've got loads of statistics for DH8 5WU, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.
What social class do the population of DH8 5WU belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is DH8 5WU 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 DH8 5WU from the Census 2011.
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People and Demographics
DH8 5WUDemographics
An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in DH8 5WU, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.
Crime Rates
Police crime stats - see how safe it is around DH8 5WU, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?
Constituency
Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.
Local Issues
In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around DH8 5WU reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.
Sunrise/Sunset
Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area DH85WU. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!
Job Vacancies
Looking for job vacancies in the DH8 5WU area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.
Travel & Transport
DH8 5WUTravel
Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to DH8 5WU.
Traffic Reports
Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.
Taxi Firms
Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the DH8 5WU area.
Car Parks
Locate the nearest car parks near DH8 5WU, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Leisure & Outdoor Facilities
DH8 5WUEvents
From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around DH8 5WU.
Attractions
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Hotels
Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area DH8 5WU.
Tourist Information
Locate the nearest car parks near DH8 5WU, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Local Amenities
DH8 5WUBanks
Find the nearest bank or building society in DH8 5WU. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.
Cash Machines
Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the DH8 5WU postcode area that dispense money.
Schools
The nearest schools in the DH8 5WU area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.
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.
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.
Emergency Facilities
A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near DH8 5WU.
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.
Libraries
A useful list of lending libraries located in and around DH8 5WU. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.
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Tuesday, May 14, 2024
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DH85WU Postcode Breakdown
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Full Postcode | DH8 5WU |
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Postal Town | Durham |
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Country | England |
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Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
DH85WU Postal District
DH8 5WU 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 DH8 5WU.
Consett | 1.6 miles W |
Annfield Plain | 2.4 miles E |
Kyo | 3.3 miles NE |
Lanchester | 3.3 miles E |
Tanfield | 4.3 miles E |
Burnopfield | 4.6 miles NE |
Satley | 4.7 miles S |
Cornsay | 4.7 miles SE |
Craghead | 5 miles E |
Langley Park | 6.1 miles E |
Edmondbyers | 6.3 miles W |
Waterhouses | 6.5 miles SE |
Witton Gilbert | 7.2 miles E |
Prudhoe | 7.3 miles N |
Stocksfield | 7.6 miles NW |
London | 242 miles SE |
Glasgow | 117 miles NW |
Edinburgh | 93 miles NW |
Cardiff | 239 miles S |
Liverpool | 111 miles SW |
Southampton | 273 miles S |
Saint Ives | 278 miles S |
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