Esh and Witton Gilbert is a ward in County Durham, located west of Durham city. The area includes the villages of Esh, Witton Gilbert, and Langley Park, surrounded by rural landscapes and farmland. The River Browney flows through the ward, adding to its natural features. The ward has a mix of residential areas and open spaces, with local amenities serving the community.
Transport links include the A691 road, connecting the ward to Durham and nearby towns. The area has a strong sense of community, with local schools, churches, and sports clubs playing a central role. Historical landmarks, such as Esh Hall and Witton Gilbert’s medieval church, reflect the ward’s heritage. The surrounding countryside offers walking routes, including paths along the River Browney and nearby woodlands.
On average Esh and Witton Gilbert has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Esh and Witton Gilbert is £38,329 per year. There are 4 schools in Esh and Witton Gilbert: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 113 recent sales, the median property price is £150,000 in Esh and Witton Gilbert area, with individual transactions ranging from £53,000 up to £560,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 36 | £284,750 |
| Flats | 2 | £55,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 37 | £140,000 |
| Terraced | 38 | £109,000 |
10 years price trend in Esh and Witton Gilbert
DL134JB
Broadwood Lane
DH15RG
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH76QP
Sacriston Lane
DH76SJ
Dene Court
DH76SQ
Norburn Park
DH76UB
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH79DE
Front Street
DH79RU
Front Street
DH79TJ
Hezlett Court
DH79YP
Dale Street
DL134JN
Droverhouse Lane
DH76UD
Chapel Court
DH79BH
Front Street
DH79DH
Langley Park & Satley
DH79FR
Eldon Close
DH79QY
Front Street
DH79RJ
Langley Park & Satley
DH79SF
The Woodlands
DH79SN
Pine Street
DH79WA
Kingswood
DH76RD
Rose Lea
DH76RT
Brookside
DH76SU
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH76TT
Acornclose Lane
DH79BN
Commercial Street
DH79DZ
Linden Mews
DH79TH
Wallnook Lane
DH79UJ
Garden Avenue
DH79YD
Front Street
DH15XZ
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH76RP
Durham Gardens
DH76SP
Front Street
DH79DN
Clifford's Bank
DH79QB
Langley Park & Satley
DH79RX
Front Street
DH79UN
Davis Crescent
DH79UZ
Whitburn Close
DH79XE
Front Street
DH79XL
Beech Court
DH79YE
Langley Park & Satley
DH79YQ
Langley Park & Satley
DH79YS
Railway Street
DL134JP
Langley Park & Satley
DH15RH
Potterhouse Lane
DH76RS
Brookside
DH76SR
Front Street
DH76TN
Langley Park & Satley
DH76TQ
Chapel Court
DH79SS
Park Drive
DH79TB
Kingsway
DH79TN
Firs Terrace
DH79UA
Durham Road
DH76RX
Brookside
DH79QU
Front Street
DH79XN
Langley Park & Satley
DH79YL
Langley Park & Satley
DL134HW
Browney Bank
DL134JG
Droverhouse Lane
DH76TH
Front Street
DH79EP
Cowsley Lane
DH79ED
Langley Park & Satley
DH79RN
Langley Park & Satley
DH79SB
Park Drive
DL134HR
Browney Bank
DH76FY
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH76RF
Findon Avenue
DH76SH
Waterson Crescent
DH76SN
Newton Street
DH79BL
College Road
DH79DD
Steadman's Lane
DH79TP
Wallnook Lane
DH79UF
George Street
DH79UG
George Street
DH79XA
Front Street
DL134HX
Back Lane
DH76EE
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH76FU
Front Street
DH76SF
Norburn Park
DH76SZ
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH76TD
East Block
DH76TE
North Terrace
DH76TU
Norburn Park
DH76TX
Langley Park & Satley
DH79TA
Park Drive
DH15RD
Bearpark & Witton Gilbert
DH79DG
Front Street
DH79EN
Cowsley Lane
DH79FS
Herrington Close
DH79RF
College Road
DH79RY
Front Street
DH79UX
Eppleton Close
DL134HY
Browney Bank
DL134JF
Droverhouse Lane
DL134JH
Green Lane
DH76RJ
Green Lea
DH79EW
Inkerman Road
DH79QN
Front Street
DH79SG
Front Street
DH79SH
Bridge Street
DH79SY
Pine Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.