Pelton Ward is located in County Durham, England, covering the villages of Pelton and nearby communities. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, from terraced homes to modern developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of residents. The ward is well-connected by road, with easy access to Chester-le-Street and Durham city.
The landscape around Pelton Ward features green spaces and countryside, offering walking routes and outdoor recreation. Historically, the area had ties to coal mining, though this has declined over time. Today, Pelton maintains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with events and activities organised by local groups. Public transport links provide connections to larger towns and employment hubs in the region.
On average Pelton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 80 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Pelton is £37,563 per year. There are 5 schools in Pelton: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 162 recent sales, the median property price is £146,500 in Pelton area, with individual transactions ranging from £20,000 up to £410,950.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 40 | £262,500 |
| Flats | 6 | £60,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 58 | £155,000 |
| Terraced | 58 | £94,500 |
10 years price trend in Pelton
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Station Lane
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Summerfield
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Pelton & Perkinsville
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Church Road
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Middlefield
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Byron Street
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Atholl
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Alford
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Walden Close
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Coquet Drive
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Front Street
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Front Street
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Bluehouse Bank
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Front Street
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Greenacres
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Ross
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King's Lane
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Front Street
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Church Road
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Cromarty
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Industrial Street
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Ellington Close
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Conway Place
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Albert Street
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Stony Lane
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Pelton Lane
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Carnoustie
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East Street
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Hammer Square Bank
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Green's Bank
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Grange Street
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Tweed Close
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Thorntons Close
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Baytree Terrace
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Abbots Walk
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New Road
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Baytree Terrace
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Ivyway
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Ernest Street
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Acorn Street
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Thornton Lea
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Buckingham Walk
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Hammer Square Bank
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Carnoustie
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Elwin Place
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Ascot Place
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Coldstream
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Middleham Close
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Greenacres
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Front Street
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Mossway
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Hylton Terrace
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Coquet Drive
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Milbanke Close
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Carnoustie
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.