Coundon is a ward located in County Durham, England, part of the larger Bishop Auckland area. The ward includes the village of Coundon and surrounding settlements, with a mix of residential and rural landscapes. It lies near the River Wear and is connected to nearby towns by road networks, making it accessible for commuting and local travel.
The area has a history tied to coal mining, with former collieries shaping its development. Today, Coundon features housing estates, green spaces, and local amenities serving its community. The ward is part of the Durham County Council administrative area, with a focus on maintaining infrastructure and services for residents. Its proximity to Bishop Auckland provides access to broader facilities while retaining a smaller-scale, village-like atmosphere.
On average Coundon has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 107 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Coundon is £32,146 per year. There are 2 schools in Coundon: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £94,999 in Coundon area, with individual transactions ranging from £22,500 up to £580,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 9 | £200,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 11 | £127,000 |
| Terraced | 37 | £77,250 |
10 years price trend in Coundon
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Granville Terrace
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Springbank Road
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Church Street
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Gurlish West
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Westerton Heights
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Cleveland View
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Pitt Street
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Leeholme Road
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Fair View Close
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Granville Terrace
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Cobey's Carr Lane
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Coundon North
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Well Chare
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Durham Road
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High Road
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Long Lane
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Chiltern Road
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Nicholson Court
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Helmsley Drive
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Church Street
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Coundon North
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Collingwood Street
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Coundon North
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Buckingham Terrace
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Coundon North
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Leeholme Road
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Fairlawn Avenue
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Leeholme Road
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Coundon North
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Drake Avenue
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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West Park
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Frederick Street
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Dairy Lane
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Dairy Lane
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High Road
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Hereford Street
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Gurlish West
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The Hawthorns
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High Road
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Grey Street
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Coundon North
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Chiltern Road
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Church Street
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Coundon North
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Coundon North
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Garden Street
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Coundon North
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Howlish Lane
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Collingwood Street
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Hambleton Road
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Addison Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.