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
DL134QH
Langley Park & Satley
DH14TG
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH77FB
Boundary Close
DH77HB
Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
DH77JN
Jubilee Close
DH77LS
Valley View
DH77RE
Aldridge Court
DH79EB
Langley Park & Satley
DH79HG
Westlea Court
DH79JD
Cypress Park
DH79NZ
Rowley Crescent
DL134BN
Church Lane
DL134DE
Smith Street
DH77AA
Wayside Court
DH77HD
Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
DH77BG
Ritson Avenue
DH77EF
Barley Rise
DH77EP
Sleetburn Court
DH77NU
Brancpeth Close
DH77QQ
Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
DH79LT
Deerness Grove
DL159AR
Sandy Lonnen
DH77DA
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH77DL
Kingston Avenue
DH77BN
Auton Stile
DH77EL
Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
DH77HJ
Esh Winning & Ushaw Moor
DH77JH
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH77RH
Chadwick Close
DH77RW
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH77RY
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH79HU
Newhouse Road
DH79NA
Castle View
DH79PX
Fair View
DL134PS
Langley Park & Satley
DH77EH
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH77ET
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH77AG
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH77DT
East Side Avenue
DH77RQ
Grant Close
DH79JE
Dene Park
DH79LN
Cliffords Gate
DH79NL
Woodlands Place
DH79PD
Evenwood Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.