Bishop Middleham and Cornforth ward is located in County Durham, covering rural and semi-rural areas. The ward includes the villages of Bishop Middleham, Cornforth, and surrounding farmland. The landscape features open fields and small settlements, with a mix of agricultural and residential land use. The area is connected by local roads, providing access to nearby towns like Sedgefield and Ferryhill.
The ward has a mix of historic and modern housing, with some older properties in Bishop Middleham reflecting its medieval origins. Local amenities include schools, pubs, and community facilities, serving the small population. The area retains a quiet, countryside character, with limited commercial development. Public transport links are sparse, relying mainly on bus services to nearby urban centres.
On average Bishop Middleham and Cornforth has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 88 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bishop Middleham and Cornforth is £36,513 per year. There are 2 schools in Bishop Middleham and Cornforth: 2 primary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 53 recent sales, the median property price is £105,000 in Bishop Middleham and Cornforth area, with individual transactions ranging from £39,999 up to £460,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 10 | £245,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 24 | £93,250 |
| Terraced | 19 | £98,000 |
10 years price trend in Bishop Middleham and Cornforth
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Middleham Road
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Kiln Crescent
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Birch Road
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High Street
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Barratt Way
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Ferryhill East & Cornforth
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The Grove
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Flambard Court
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Middleham Road
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Stoneybeck
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Ferryhill East & Cornforth
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Raisby Terrace
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Sedgefield & Bishop Middleham
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Sedgefield & Bishop Middleham
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Birch Road
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Sedgefield & Bishop Middleham
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Middleham Road
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Bede Grove
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High Street
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Sedgefield & Bishop Middleham
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Station Road
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Hollyhurst Road
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Middleham Road
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Lichfield Road
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Elm Road
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High Road
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Laburnum Road
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Ferryhill East & Cornforth
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.