Shildon and Dene Valley ward is located in County Durham, covering the town of Shildon and surrounding areas. The ward is known for its industrial heritage, particularly its connection to the railway industry, as Shildon was once a key hub for locomotive manufacturing. The area features a mix of residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and local amenities, with a focus on community-focused facilities.
The landscape includes the Dene Valley, which offers natural scenery and walking routes along the River Gaunless. Shildon is home to the Locomotion railway museum, a major attraction highlighting the town's historical significance. The ward has a range of schools, shops, and leisure facilities, serving its predominantly residential population. Transport links include road and rail connections to nearby towns like Bishop Auckland and Darlington.
On average Shildon and Dene Valley has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 156 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shildon and Dene Valley is £31,067 per year. There are 5 schools in Shildon and Dene Valley: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 165 recent sales, the median property price is £80,000 in Shildon and Dene Valley area, with individual transactions ranging from £19,000 up to £459,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 27 | £215,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 35 | £109,000 |
| Terraced | 103 | £62,500 |
10 years price trend in Shildon and Dene Valley
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Milford Meadow
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Longfield Road
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Longfield Road
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St Phillips Close
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Close House
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Central Parade
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Coronation Avenue
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Cleveland Avenue
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Yewtree Avenue
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Scott Street
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Alexandra Street
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Shildon
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North Terrace
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Main Street
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Dovecot Hill
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Shildon
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Auckland Road
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Heslop Street
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Millbank Terrace
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Arthur Street
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Auckland Terrace
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Auckland Terrace
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Shildon
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Shildon
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Middleton Road
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Jubilee Crescent
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Queensway
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Market Place
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Jasmine Avenue
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Coronation Avenue
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Foundry Street
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Eldon Bank
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Magnet Street
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Pilkington Way
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Close House
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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The Oval
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Dean Street
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Shildon
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Shildon
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Spout Lane
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Raven Court
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Shildon
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St Phillips Close
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Douglas Crescent
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High Street
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Shildon
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Albion Avenue
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Church Street
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Spencely Street
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Byerley Road
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Central Parade
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Regent Street
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Hackworth Close
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Queensway
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Queensway
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Shildon
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Adamson Street
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Shildon
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Main Road
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Shildon
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Albert Street
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Drybourne Avenue
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Cheapside
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Middleton Road
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Magnolia Way
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Gresley Drive
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Cheapside
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Dale Road
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Hillbeck Street
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Cottage Road
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East View Terrace
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Cottage Road
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Byerley Road
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Church Street
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Holly Hill
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All Saints' Road
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Dovecot Hill
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Elmfield Terrace
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Central Parade
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Diamond Street
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Diamond Street
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Braithwaite Street
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Datton Close
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Celandine Way
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King Edward Street
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Bishop Auckland North & Coundon Grange
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Main Road
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Adelaide Bank
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Elm Drive
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Association Street
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Church Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.