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About

Belmont ward is situated on the western edge of the city of Durham, primarily comprising the residential suburbs of Belmont and Gilesgate Moor. The area is characterised by a mix of post-war housing estates and more modern developments, with local services centred along the main thoroughfares. The ward is bordered by open farmland to the west, providing a clear transition from urban to rural landscapes. Its elevated position offers views towards the city centre and the cathedral.

A notable local landmark is Belmont Viaduct, a substantial brick railway structure spanning the valley. The ward is also home to a large retail park, serving as a significant commercial hub for this part of the city. The River Wear forms part of its eastern boundary, with walking paths along its banks connecting to the wider network. Public green spaces are integrated within the housing areas, providing recreational areas for residents.

Area overview

On average Belmont has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Belmont is £40,344 per year. There are 8 schools in Belmont: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
16.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Belmont Population
13,624
Population density
1,553.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
11,996
88.05%
Other White
529
3.88%
Chinese
193
1.42%
Indian
144
1.06%
Other Asian
129
0.95%
Total population: 13,624

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,374
37.74%
Owns with a mortgage
1,445
22.97%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,010
16.06%
Other social rented
864
13.74%
Social rents from council
458
7.28%
Total households: 6,290

Property prices in Belmont

Based on 144 recent sales, the median property price is £183,250 in Belmont area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Belmont 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 Belmont over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£230,000
Flats15£103,500
Semi-Detached83£195,000
Terraced25£152,500

10 years median price trend in Belmont

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Belmont.

All postcodes in Belmont

DH12BG

Wiltshire Close

DH12EF

Cuthbert Avenue

DH12FN

Gilesgate & Old Durham

DH12HN

Alma Place

DH12LL

Alma Place

DH12QS

Broomside Lane

DH12QT

Broomside Lane

DH19LQ

Belmont & Carrville

DH12GT

Gilesgate & Old Durham

DH12EP

Frank Street

DH11AR

High Street

DH11DZ

Willowtree Avenue

DH11EP

Gilesgate

DH11LX

Kinley Road

DH11PA

Gilesgate & Old Durham

DH12JH

Mill House Court

DH12JP

Gilesgate & Old Durham

DH12QJ

Gilesgate

DH12RS

Bainbridge Street

DH12XA

Ramsey Close

DH12XG

Edge Court

DH12XW

Dragon Lane

DH12YB

Gilesgate & Old Durham

DH19HZ

Belmont & Carrville

DH11NR

Magdalene Avenue

DH11PG

Gilesgate & Old Durham

DH11SS

Belmont & Carrville

DH12RH

Dragon Lane

DH12AY

Brookdale

DH12HU

Peel Avenue

DH12JW

Sherburn Road

DH12QD

Broomside Lane

DH12RZ

Bent House Lane

DH19RN

Belmont & Carrville

DH19ZQ

Framwelgate Peth

DH19PE

Belmont & Carrville

DH19HT

Belmont & Carrville

DH11AU

High Street

DH11DF

Limecragg Avenue

DH11EX

Cunningham Place

DH11HE

Abbots' Row

DH11JH

Gilesgate

DH12JN

Sherburn Road

DH12AW

Ferndale

DH12QG

Edward Street

DH12XU

Renny's Lane

DH12YN

Damson Way

DH991WB

Belmont & Carrville

DH19PP

Belmont & Carrville

DH11DJ

Moor Crescent

DH11HG

Nuns' Row

DH11PY

Mackintosh Court

DH11XY

Belmont & Carrville

DH12AB

Brackendale Road

DH12JL

Ramsey Close

DH12QN

Broomside Lane

DH19PY

Belmont & Carrville

DH19RU

Belmont & Carrville

DH19WG

Belmont & Carrville

DH12HF

Damson Way

DH11DR

Cypress Grove

DH11DU

Rowan Tree Avenue

DH11HQ

Pilgrims' Way

DH11HR

Gilesgate & Old Durham

DH11PU

Edward Street

DH12RN

Gilesgate & Old Durham

DH12EY

Fir Avenue

DH12RG

Renny's Lane

DH12RY

Bent House Lane

DH12UW

Belmont & Carrville

DH19NP

Belmont & Carrville

DH19PX

Belmont & Carrville

DH12AE

Grassdale

DH11DB

Ashdown Avenue

DH11DL

Fir Tree Close

DH11JG

Heaviside Place

DH11PE

Moor Crescent

DH11TH

Grange Road

DH12JU

Young Street

DH12RP

Alma Place

DH12XH

Renny's Lane

DH11AS

High Street

DH11BF

Musgrave Gardens

DH11GZ

Belmont & Carrville

DH11HA

Dean's Walk

DH11NJ

Briar Road

DH11PN

Musgrave Gardens

DH11PP

Annand Road

DH11SN

Belmont & Carrville

DH12BA

Thorndale Road

DH12DG

Nottinghamshire Road

DH12FZ

Bede Avenue

DH12LX

Bedfordshire Drive

DH12UH

Eskdale Close

DH12XD

Damson Way

DH19RW

Belmont & Carrville

DH19TX

Belmont & Carrville

DH19WF

Belmont & Carrville

DH11EF

Cedar Close

DH12HR

Gilesgate & Old Durham

Data Sources

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