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Leadgate and Medomsley

About

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.

Area overview

On average Leadgate and Medomsley has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 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 £40,314 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).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Leadgate and Medomsley Population

8,638

Population density

351 per km²

Demographics

British

8,330

96.43%

Other White

166

1.92%

Indian

0.22%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.21%

Other Asian

0.21%

Total population: 8,638

Housing

Owns outright

1,533

38.03%

Owns with a mortgage

1,215

30.14%

Private landlord or letting agency

501

12.43%

Other social rented

430

10.67%

Social rents from council

239

5.93%

Total households: 4,031

Property prices in Leadgate and Medomsley

Based on 111 recent sales, the median property price is £136,000 in Leadgate and Medomsley area, with individual transactions ranging from £30,000 up to £760,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Leadgate and Medomsley over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	21	£325,000	£156,000	£220,000	£475,000	£725,000
Semi-Detached	24	£141,250	£90,750	£100,000	£171,250	£227,000
Terraced	66	£107,275	£46,250	£79,963	£145,000	£232,500

10 years median price trend in Leadgate and Medomsley

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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