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Shotton & Haswell

About

Shotton & Haswell are two neighboring villages in County Durham, located between Peterlee and Durham City. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of older terraced housing and more modern developments. Shotton Colliery, once a thriving mining community, still retains some industrial heritage, while Haswell has a quieter, more rural feel with open fields and farmland nearby. Both villages have local amenities, including shops, pubs, and primary schools, serving the needs of residents.

The surrounding landscape features remnants of the region's coal-mining past, including disused railway lines now repurposed as walking and cycling paths. The area is well-connected by road, with the A19 providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. Community events and local clubs play a role in village life, with sports facilities and green spaces offering recreational opportunities. The nearby Haswell Plough Nature Reserve adds a touch of wildlife and natural scenery to the area.

Area overview

On average Shotton & Haswell has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 115 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shotton & Haswell is £33,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Shotton & Haswell: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

115

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Shotton & Haswell Population

6,766

Population density

357.3 per km²

Demographics

British

6,498

96.04%

Other White

1.43%

Indian

0.4%

Pakistani

0.33%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.31%

Total population: 6,766

Housing

Owns outright

935

30.79%

Owns with a mortgage

822

27.07%

Other social rented

452

14.88%

Social rents from council

373

12.28%

Private landlord or letting agency

359

11.82%

Total households: 3,037

Property prices in Shotton & Haswell

Based on 85 recent sales, the median property price is £122,000 in Shotton & Haswell area, with individual transactions ranging from £20,000 up to £630,000.

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 Shotton & Haswell over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	25	£172,500	£94,000	£156,500	£245,000	£343,000
Semi-Detached	28	£113,750	£51,775	£84,625	£137,000	£163,000
Terraced	32	£87,665	£51,925	£70,000	£120,500	£165,250

10 years median price trend in Shotton & Haswell

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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