Deerness ward is located in County Durham, covering an area that includes several villages and rural landscapes. The ward is part of the Durham County Council administrative area and includes settlements such as Esh Winning, Ushaw Moor, and Bearpark. The area is characterised by a mix of residential communities, farmland, and green spaces, with the River Deerness flowing through parts of the ward.
The ward has a mix of housing, from older terraced homes to more modern developments, alongside local amenities such as schools, shops, and community centres. The surrounding countryside offers walking routes and connections to nearby woodlands. Deerness has historical ties to coal mining, though much of this industry has declined, leaving a legacy reflected in its landscape and communities. Public transport links connect the ward to Durham city and other nearby towns.
On average Deerness has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 84 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Deerness is £36,173 per year. There are 7 schools in Deerness: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 138 recent sales, the median property price is £123,000 in Deerness area, with individual transactions ranging from £11,365 up to £660,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 36 | £225,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 41 | £115,000 |
| Terraced | 61 | £98,500 |
10 years price trend in Deerness
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Rowley Link
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South Terrace
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Flasshall Lane
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Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
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Auton Stile
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Cook Avenue
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Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
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Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
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Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
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College View
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The Wynds
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Fair View
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Newhouse Road
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Newhouse Road
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Newhouse Road
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Valley Garth
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Ritson Avenue
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Park Wood Avenue
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Broom Lane
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Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
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Ash Avenue
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Broom Hall Drive
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Chadwick Close
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Elder Close
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Fair View
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Falcon Way
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Newhouse Road
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Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
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Broadgate Road
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Cockhouse Lane
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College View
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Cockhouse Lane
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Pringle Close
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Oakridge Road
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Station Road
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Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
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Aldridge Court
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Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
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Langley Park & Satley
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Edward Street
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Cypress Park
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Raven Court
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Newhouse Road
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Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
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Hall Avenue
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Aden Court
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Merlin Court
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Castle View
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Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
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Acton Road
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Coppice Hill
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Langley Park & Satley
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Brandon Lane
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Bearpark Colliery Road
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Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
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Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
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Broom Lane
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College View
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Kingfisher Close
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Hamilton Row
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Osprey Close
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Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
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Edward Street
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Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
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Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
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Aldin Rise
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Ladysmith Terrace
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Doric Road
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Flass Avenue
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Cockhouse Lane
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Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
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Rowley Drive
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Pavilion Court
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Holburn Close
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Woodlands Place
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Evenwood Road
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Fair View
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Cook Avenue
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Scholars Court
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Rowley Close
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Broom Crescent
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Broom Crescent
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Castle View
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Broom Lane
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Cockhouse Lane
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Hedley Court
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Carmarthen Mews
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Langley Park & Satley
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Station Avenue
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Birch Place
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Hill View
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Woodlands Place
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Auton Stile
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Byland Court
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Eshwood View
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Station Avenue
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Broom Lane
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Beech Grove
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Russell Street
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Holburn Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.