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About

Ferryhill is a ward located in County Durham, England, covering the town of Ferryhill and surrounding areas. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It has a small town center with local shops, supermarkets, and essential services catering to daily needs. The ward is situated near the A1(M), providing convenient transport links to nearby towns and cities like Durham and Darlington.

The landscape around Ferryhill includes green spaces such as Ferryhill Sports Ground and nearby farmland, offering recreational opportunities. The area has historical ties to coal mining, with remnants of its industrial past still visible. Schools, healthcare facilities, and community centers serve the local population. Public transport connects Ferryhill to neighboring areas, making it a practical location for commuters. The ward maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere with a focus on community-focused events and activities.

Area overview

On average Ferryhill has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 117 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ferryhill is £33,332 per year. There are 7 schools in Ferryhill: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
117
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
17.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ferryhill Population
11,044
Population density
557.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,611
96.07%
Other White
165
1.49%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
33
0.3%
Irish
28
0.25%
Other
27
0.24%
Total population: 11,045

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,704
31.53%
Owns with a mortgage
1,191
22.04%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,106
20.46%
Other social rented
708
13.1%
Social rents from council
532
9.84%
Total households: 5,405

Property prices in Ferryhill

Based on 172 recent sales, the median property price is £102,000 in Ferryhill area, with individual transactions ranging from £25,000 up to £480,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ferryhill 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 Ferryhill over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached29£225,000
Flats1£112,500
Semi-Detached55£120,000
Terraced87£82,700

10 years median price trend in Ferryhill

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

All postcodes in Ferryhill

DL178LJ

Darlington Road

DL178NR

Haig Terrace

DL178NT

Merrington Road

DL178PE

Faraday Street

DL178SX

Belsay Close

DL170DQ

Commercial Street

DL170DT

Commercial Street

DL178AP

Chilton

DL178DX

Raby Road

DL178LZ

Hudson Street

DL178EZ

Coniston Road

DL178HB

Thirlmere Road

DL178HQ

Bowness Grove

DL178JB

South View

DL178PD

Faraday Street

DL178TW

Durham Road

Data Sources

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