Leadgate and Medomsley ward is located in County Durham, covering a mix of residential and rural areas. The ward includes the villages of Leadgate and Medomsley, along with surrounding farmland and green spaces. Leadgate has a history tied to coal mining, with some industrial heritage still visible. The area is connected to nearby Consett by road, providing access to amenities and services.
Medomsley is a smaller village with a more rural character, surrounded by fields and woodland. The ward has a range of housing, from older terraced homes to newer developments. Local facilities include schools, parks, and community centres, serving the needs of residents. The landscape offers walking routes, with parts of the Derwent Valley nearby.
On average Leadgate and Medomsley has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leadgate and Medomsley is £40,302 per year. There are 5 schools in Leadgate and Medomsley: 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 £140,000 in Leadgate and Medomsley area, with individual transactions ranging from £30,000 up to £930,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 22 | £308,750 |
| Semi-Detached | 23 | £150,000 |
| Terraced | 68 | £105,000 |
10 years price trend in Leadgate and Medomsley
DH86QP
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH86RL
Benfieldside, Hamsterley & Medomsley
DH87PT
Green Street
NE177SA
Derwent Cote
NE391NF
Lintzford Road
DH80PG
Cohort Close
DH80PX
Shaw Lane
DH86DZ
Bradley Street
DH86EF
Tyne Avenue
DH86RE
Consett
DH86RH
South Magdalene
DH87TD
Iveston Lane
DH81FT
Delves Lane & Leadgate
DH86HL
Annaside Mews
DH86RN
Pithouse Lane
DH86RX
Ebchester Hill
DH87PL
Consett
NE177TB
Moraine Crescent
NE391NQ
Housing Lane
NE391NW
Lintzford Road
DH86DG
Dere Park
DH86EN
Tunstall Grove
DH86FA
Housing Lane
DH86RD
Fines Road
DH87QZ
Dunelm Walk
NE177BE
Oakwell Court
NE177PR
Vindomora Road
NE177PX
Vindomora Road
NE391HJ
Tollgate Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.