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Durham South

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About

Durham South ward is located in the southern part of County Durham, covering a mix of urban and rural areas. It includes several villages and suburbs, such as Bowburn, Coxhoe, and Quarrington Hill, alongside parts of Durham City’s southern outskirts. The ward is characterised by a blend of residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and local amenities, serving as a commuter area for nearby employment hubs.

The landscape features rolling countryside, with farmland and woodland interspersed between settlements. Transport links include the A1(M) and A690, providing connections to Durham City and wider regions. The ward has a mix of housing, from older terraced homes to newer developments, catering to a range of residents. Local facilities include schools, community centers, and small retail areas, supporting day-to-day needs.

Area overview

On average Durham South has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 123 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Durham South is £42,189 per year. There are 2 schools in Durham South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
123
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
5.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Durham South Population
1,497
Population density
107.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,365
91.18%
Other White
46
3.07%
Pakistani
13
0.87%
Other
11
0.73%
Indian
8
0.53%
Total population: 1,497

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
406
59.88%
Owns with a mortgage
193
28.47%
Private landlord or letting agency
38
5.6%
Other social rented
21
3.1%
Social rents from council
11
1.62%
Total households: 678

Property prices in Durham South

Based on 20 recent sales, the median property price is £310,500 in Durham South area, with individual transactions ranging from £160,000 up to £520,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Durham South 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 Durham South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£382,475
Flats1£185,000
Semi-Detached1£279,000
Terraced10£281,000

10 years median price trend in Durham South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Durham South.

All postcodes in Durham South

DH12PB

High Shincliffe & Bowburn

Data Sources

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