Postcode report
DL17 0NN Area Guide - Crime, Schools & Is It a Good Place to Live?
About DL17 0NN: area rating, property, schools and local change
DL17 0NN is a postcode in Ferryhill, County Durham, North East, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near DL17 0NN, then scores the surrounding small area 61/100 - top 36% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around DL17 0NN are local prosperity and property market signals, 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 DL17 0NN is based on County Durham 060 Census 2021. It covers 8,715 residents, 1,279 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 48, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 79% owner-occupied, 12% privately rented, 9% 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 8/10.
For property prices near DL17 0NN, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the DL17 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £84k from 93 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near DL17 0NN can compare 5 state schools within one mile, including 4 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 lists 1 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near DL17 0NN 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.
Local change around DL17 0NN is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 8 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about DL17 0NN
Is DL17 0NN a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 61/100 (top 36% 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 DL17 0NN?
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 DL17 0NN?
5 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 DL17 0NN?
LocaleIQ currently matches 1 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for DL17 0NN?
LocaleIQ matched DL17 0NN to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in DL17 0NN?
The latest median sold price is £84k based on 93 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around DL17 0NN?
LocaleIQ currently shows 8 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.