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Murton North & Parkside

About

Murton North & Parkside is a residential area in County Durham, located near the town of Murton. The area features a mix of housing, including terraced homes and semi-detached properties, with local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks within easy reach. The nearby A19 provides good transport links to nearby towns like Peterlee and Sunderland.

Parkside offers green spaces, including Murton Park, which provides recreational opportunities for residents. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and facilities like the Murton Community Centre. Its proximity to the Durham Heritage Coast also makes it a convenient base for exploring the region’s natural landscapes.

Area overview

On average Murton North & Parkside has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 114 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 41.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Murton North & Parkside is £29,900 per year. There are 2 schools in Murton North & Parkside: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

114

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Murton North & Parkside Population

8,659

Population density

1,317.4 per km²

Demographics

British

8,351

96.48%

Other White

110

1.27%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.39%

Indian

0.27%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.25%

Total population: 8,656

Housing

Social rents from council

1,093

28.22%

Owns outright

897

23.16%

Owns with a mortgage

811

20.94%

Other social rented

554

14.3%

Private landlord or letting agency

417

10.77%

Total households: 3,873

Property prices in Murton North & Parkside

Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £101,000 in Murton North & Parkside area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £575,000.

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 Murton North & Parkside over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	10	£222,500	£192,900	£211,500	£289,250	£487,250
Semi-Detached	19	£95,000	£58,900	£77,500	£104,500	£142,100
Terraced	33	£100,000	£56,130	£77,000	£120,000	£163,000

10 years median price trend in Murton North & Parkside

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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