Craghead and South Moor is a ward located in County Durham, England. The area is part of the Stanley urban district and lies near the River Wear. It features a mix of residential housing, green spaces, and local amenities, with a history tied to coal mining. The landscape includes gentle hills and patches of woodland, offering views of the surrounding countryside.
The ward has a range of facilities, including schools, community centers, and small businesses. Public transport links connect it to nearby towns like Stanley and Durham city. The area retains some industrial heritage, with former mining sites repurposed for new uses. Craghead and South Moor provides a quiet, residential setting while remaining close to larger urban centers.
On average Craghead and South Moor has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 115 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Craghead and South Moor is £32,042 per year. There are 4 schools in Craghead and South Moor: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 96 recent sales, the median property price is £92,000 in Craghead and South Moor area, with individual transactions ranging from £23,500 up to £380,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 15 | £225,000 |
| Flats | 2 | £40,750 |
| Semi-Detached | 22 | £120,250 |
| Terraced | 57 | £69,995 |
10 years price trend in Craghead and South Moor
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Elm Street
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Green Lane
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Stanley West & Annfield Plain
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Coniscliffe Road
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Carmel Road
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Lyndhurst Road
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Bracken Close
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Woodside Gardens
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Front Street
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Craghead Lane
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Oswald Street
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Railway Street
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Fonteyn Place
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Derwent Rise
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Stanley West & Annfield Plain
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Front Street
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Fonteyn Place
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Potter Place
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Moore Street
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Park Road
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Eastfields
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Rydal Avenue
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.