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Chilton

England / North East / County Durham / Chilton

About

Chilton is a small village in County Durham, located near the towns of Ferryhill and Bishop Auckland. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of older terraced houses and more modern developments. Local amenities include a few shops, pubs, and a primary school, catering to the needs of residents. The surrounding landscape features open fields and farmland, reflecting the area's rural character.

Historically, Chilton was linked to coal mining, with several collieries operating in the past. While the mining industry has declined, remnants of this heritage can still be seen in the area. The village is well-connected by road, with easy access to the A167 and A688, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns. Chilton offers a quiet, community-focused environment with a blend of history and practicality.

Area overview

On average Chilton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 143 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chilton is £33,100 per year. There are 3 schools in Chilton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
143
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
17.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Chilton

Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £97,250 in Chilton area, with individual transactions ranging from £22,000 up to £500,050.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached20£224,000
Semi-Detached31£107,000
Terraced35£58,000

10 years price trend in Chilton

All postcodes in Chilton

DL170HJ

Chilton Way

DL170SW

Cleveland View

DL170RR

Millwood

DL170RW

Durham Road

DL170SG

Chilton

DL170DZ

Durham Road

DL170HP

Chilton

DL170LB

Chilton Lane

DL170LZ

Chilton

DL170PQ

Gordon Terrace

DL178DA

Babbacombe Drive

DL170BL

West Chilton Terrace

DL170ER

Beverley Gardens

DL170JY

Chilton

DL170LA

Gipsy Lane

DL170SR

Chilton Lane

DL170PP

Lyndhurst Road

DL178DB

Corscombe Close

DL178HR

Dean Park

DL170GY

Durham Road

DL170HW

Chilton Way

DL170PH

John Herriotts Court

DL170PN

Lyndhurst Road

DL170PW

South View

DL178AZ

Bertha Street

DL179DD

Lough House Bank

DL170SE

Chilton Way

DL170BF

Henson Close

DL170DG

Commercial Street

DL170DS

Laburnum Road

DL170DW

Chilton Lane

DL179DE

Mainsforth Road

DL170LT

Chilton

DL170AH

Chilton Lane

DL170LW

Chilton

DL170PE

Chilton

DL170QA

Albert Street

DL179DG

Lough House Bank

DL170DR

Chilton Lane

DL170EL

Durham Road

DL170EE

Durham Road

DL170EQ

Durham Road

DL170HA

Durham Road

DL170JP

The Poplars

DL170JG

Beech Avenue

DL170NU

Chilton

DL170QJ

South Downs

DL170QS

Ruby Avenue

DL170RJ

Alington Close

DL178AL

Broom Road

DL178BN

Cleves Avenue

DL170DN

George Street

DL170ED

Church View

DL178AU

Broomside

DL170RT

Hollowfield

DL170AL

Chilton Lane

DL170DH

Chilton Lane

DL170HS

Coleridge Road

DL170SQ

Chilton

DL170LF

Gipsy Lane

DL170NL

Carrsides Lane

DL170QE

Albert Street

DL170QG

South Downs

DL170EW

Durham Road

DL170HE

Durham Road

DL170PJ

Lyndhurst Road

DL170QQ

South Downs

DL170RL

Kirkham Close

DL170RQ

Aldwin Close

DL178AT

Chilton

DL179DJ

Burnhope Way

DL170QD

Chilton

DL170AG

Duncombe Bank

DL170DJ

William Street

DL170PT

Durham Road

DL170AA

Cleveland View

DL170AJ

Chilton

DL170HR

Coleridge Road

DL170JW

Rosewood

DL170PZ

Arthur Street

DL178BJ

Chilton

DL178DF

Helmsley Close

DL170AT

Henson Close

DL170DP

Laurel Road

DL170HH

West Chilton Terrace

DL170QR

Chilton

DL170QT

Ruby Avenue

DL178BW

Chilton

DL178EN

Broomside

DL170DA

Chilton Lane

DL170JQ

Hunter Terrace

DL170LJ

Durham Road

DL170QX

Ruby Avenue

DL178AX

Kitchener Terrace

DL170DX

Carlton Street

DL170LS

Chilton

DL170PG

Gordon Terrace

DL170QB

South Downs

DL178AR

Chilton

DL170EG

Chilton

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.