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Elvet and Gilesgate

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About

Elvet and Gilesgate is a ward in Durham, County Durham, known for its mix of residential and historic areas. The ward includes parts of Durham city centre, with landmarks like Durham Cathedral and the River Wear nearby. It has a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to students, families, and long-term residents. The area is well-connected, with bus routes and walking paths linking it to the university and city amenities.

Gilesgate Moor, part of the ward, features local shops, schools, and green spaces like Whinney Hill Park. The area has a community-focused atmosphere, with events and facilities serving residents of all ages. Its proximity to Durham University adds a student presence, blending with established neighborhoods. The ward balances urban convenience with quieter suburban living, making it a practical choice for many.

Area overview

On average Elvet and Gilesgate has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 139 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Elvet and Gilesgate is £39,226 per year. There are 3 schools in Elvet and Gilesgate: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
139
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
11.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Elvet and Gilesgate Population
9,548
Population density
2,833.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,897
72.24%
Chinese
680
7.12%
Other White
646
6.77%
White and Asian (mixed)
238
2.49%
Indian
206
2.16%
Total population: 9,548

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,258
51.81%
Owns outright
484
19.93%
Other social rented
266
10.96%
Owns with a mortgage
219
9.02%
Social rents from council
124
5.11%
Total households: 2,428

Property prices in Elvet and Gilesgate

Based on 38 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Elvet and Gilesgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £795,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Elvet and Gilesgate 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 Elvet and Gilesgate over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£400,000
Flats15£175,000
Semi-Detached4£552,500
Terraced14£357,500

10 years median price trend in Elvet and Gilesgate

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Elvet and Gilesgate.

All postcodes in Elvet and Gilesgate

DH13EJ

Saddler Street

DH13JR

Old Elvet

DH14DB

South Street

DH14QP

South Street

DH14RZ

North Road

DH15SU

Diamond Terrace

DH13DW

Boyd Street

DH13UA

Green Lane

DH13UL

Elvet Bridge

DH13TA

Money Slack

DH13RG

High Yard

DH11HS

Gilesgate

DH11JW

Mayorswell Field

DH11QZ

Bakehouse Lane

DH11RR

Providence Row

DH13DQ

Church Street

DH13FL

High Wood View

DH14SJ

Framwelgate Bridge

DH11SA

Claypath

DH13BP

High Yard

DH13EH

Durham City

DH13HN

Old Elvet

DH14QW

Grove Street

DH11HZ

West View

DH11TX

Leazes Road

DH13AP

Elvet Crescent

DH13BF

High Yard

DH13ER

Bow Lane

DH13RJ

North Bailey

DH14FY

Millburngate

DH14PW

Framwelgate Bridge

DH14SH

North Road

DH11RD

Durham City

DH11RF

Claypath

DH13DH

Church Street

DH13EB

Framwelgate Bridge

DH13EQ

North Bailey

DH13RD

Back Silver Street

DH11JN

Mayorswell Street

DH11SB

Durham City

DH14DH

Atherton Street

DH14EY

Neville Street

DH14SF

North Road

DH11NU

Ferens Close

DH11RB

Hillcrest

DH11TS

Leazes Road

DH13BE

Whinney Hill

DH13BG

Illingworth Grove

DH13BW

Elvet Waterside

DH13DA

Elvet Waterside

DH13DT

High Wood View

DH13JJ

Old Elvet

DH13NL

Market Place

DH14QJ

Margery Lane

DH15SX

Diamond Terrace

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.