Postcode report
DH9 0RF Area Guide - Schools, Crime & Living in County Durham
About DH9 0RF: area rating, property, schools and local change
DH9 0RF is a postcode in Stanley, County Durham, North East, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near DH9 0RF, then scores the surrounding small area 60/100 - top 38% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around DH9 0RF are local prosperity and safety, while housing is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for DH9 0RF is based on County Durham 002 Census 2021. It covers 5,727 residents, 648 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 49, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 82% owner-occupied, 11% privately rented, 7% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 7/10.
For property prices near DH9 0RF, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the DH9 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £110k from 68 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near DH9 0RF can compare 2 state schools within one mile, including 2 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab adds 2 nearby child-friendly activities from open activity feeds, including 2 records marked free and 2 with booking links where the source provides them.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near DH9 0RF by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
LocaleIQ checks available planning, HMO and roadworks feeds near DH9 0RF; no local change records are currently listed inside this report radius.
FAQ
Common questions about DH9 0RF
Is DH9 0RF a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 60/100 (top 38% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near DH9 0RF?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near DH9 0RF?
2 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near DH9 0RF?
LocaleIQ currently matches 2 nearby child-friendly activities from open activity feeds. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range, price and booking links where available.
What demographics are available for DH9 0RF?
LocaleIQ matched DH9 0RF to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in DH9 0RF?
The latest median sold price is £110k based on 68 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around DH9 0RF?
LocaleIQ checks available planning, HMO and roadworks feeds for this area, but no local records are currently listed in the report radius.