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Crook North & Tow Law

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About

Crook North & Tow Law is a rural area in County Durham, known for its mining heritage and rolling countryside. The landscape features open farmland, scattered villages, and remnants of industrial history, including old colliery sites. Tow Law, a small market town, serves as a local hub with basic amenities, while Crook offers more services, including shops and schools. The area is connected by winding country roads, providing access to nearby towns like Bishop Auckland and Durham.

The region has a mix of residential areas and farmland, with a focus on agriculture and light industry. Walking trails and bridleways crisscross the countryside, offering views of the Wear Valley. Local landmarks include the Tow Law wind farm and historic churches, reflecting the area's past. Public transport links are limited, making car travel essential for most residents. The community is tight-knit, with local events often centered around village halls and pubs.

Area overview

On average Crook North & Tow Law has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 82 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Crook North & Tow Law is £32,100 per year. There are 4 schools in Crook North & Tow Law: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
82
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
24.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Crook North & Tow Law Population
9,361
Population density
372.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,095
97.15%
Other White
71
0.76%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
33
0.35%
White and Asian (mixed)
26
0.28%
Other Asian
23
0.25%
Total population: 9,362

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,252
30.03%
Owns with a mortgage
994
23.84%
Other social rented
727
17.44%
Social rents from council
563
13.5%
Private landlord or letting agency
520
12.47%
Total households: 4,169

Property prices in Crook North & Tow Law

Based on 98 recent sales, the median property price is £106,000 in Crook North & Tow Law area, with individual transactions ranging from £38,000 up to £425,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Crook North & Tow Law 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 Crook North & Tow Law over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached18£250,000
Semi-Detached21£110,000
Terraced59£91,000

10 years median price trend in Crook North & Tow Law

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Crook North & Tow Law.

All postcodes in Crook North & Tow Law

DL158HB

Crook North & Tow Law

DL158JB

Crook North & Tow Law

DL159GA

Appleby Court

DL159PQ

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.