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Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

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About

Bearpark & Witton Gilbert are neighboring villages located just west of Durham City in County Durham. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of older stone-built homes and newer developments. Both villages have local amenities, including shops, pubs, and primary schools, serving their close-knit communities. The surrounding landscape features open farmland and wooded areas, with the River Browney flowing nearby.

The area has historical ties to coal mining, though most pits closed in the 20th century. Bearpark is home to the ruins of Beaurepaire Priory, a medieval site with scenic walking paths. Witton Gilbert retains a traditional village feel, with a parish church dating back to the 12th century. Public transport links connect the villages to Durham City, making it a practical location for commuters. The nearby A690 provides easy access to Sunderland and the A1(M).

Area overview

On average Bearpark & Witton Gilbert has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bearpark & Witton Gilbert is £37,100 per year. There are 3 schools in Bearpark & Witton Gilbert: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
83
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
17.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bearpark & Witton Gilbert Population
7,826
Population density
385.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,373
94.14%
Other White
169
2.16%
White and Asian (mixed)
37
0.47%
African
34
0.43%
Other
32
0.41%
Total population: 7,832

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,177
32.83%
Owns with a mortgage
1,043
29.09%
Social rents from council
473
13.19%
Private landlord or letting agency
415
11.58%
Other social rented
411
11.46%
Total households: 3,585

Property prices in Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £143,750 in Bearpark & Witton Gilbert area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £420,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bearpark & Witton Gilbert in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bearpark & Witton Gilbert over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£230,000
Semi-Detached41£135,000
Terraced28£110,500

10 years median price trend in Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bearpark & Witton Gilbert.

All postcodes in Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

DH77BG

Ritson Avenue

DH77EF

Barley Rise

DH77EP

Sleetburn Court

DH77NU

Brancpeth Close

DH79TL

Wallnook Lane

DH77DA

Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

DH76QX

Durham Gardens

DH76RL

Findon Avenue

DH76SE

Burnside

DH77DL

Kingston Avenue

DH77BN

Auton Stile

DH77JH

Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

DH77RW

Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

DH77RY

Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

DH77EH

Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

DH77ET

Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

DH76QZ

Fair View

DH76RA

Fair View

DH76SY

Falkous Terrace

DH77AG

Bearpark & Witton Gilbert

DH77DT

East Side Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.