Weardale is a ward in County Durham, covering a rural area in the upper part of the Weardale valley. The landscape is characterised by rolling hills, moorland, and the River Wear, which runs through the valley. The ward includes villages such as Stanhope, Wolsingham, and Frosterley, which serve as local hubs for residents. Agriculture and tourism play key roles in the local economy, with walking and cycling routes attracting visitors to the area.
The ward has a strong sense of community, with local events and traditions such as the annual Weardale Agricultural Show. Historic landmarks, including Stanhope Castle and the Weardale Railway, reflect the area's heritage. Public services are centred in the larger villages, with schools, shops, and healthcare facilities serving the population. The surrounding North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty provides opportunities for outdoor activities and conservation efforts.
On average Weardale has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Weardale is £38,272 per year. There are 8 schools in Weardale: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £211,500 in Weardale area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £590,583.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 29 | £350,000 |
| Flats | 7 | £188,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 20 | £213,000 |
| Terraced | 46 | £150,000 |
10 years price trend in Weardale
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Castle View
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Durham Road
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Limerick Lane
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Church Lane
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Front Street
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Causeway Road
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Front Street
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Chapel Street
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Front Street
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Front Street
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Front Street
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Willard Grove
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Leazes Lane
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Ferndale
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Durham Road
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Redgate Bank
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Meadows Edge
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School Hill
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Barrington Court
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Front Street
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Stanhope & Weardale
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High Street
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Centenary Close
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Coronation Avenue
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The Causeway
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Leazes Lane
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Gordon Terrace
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Durham Road
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Leazes Lane
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Leazes Lane
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Cross Lane
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School Hill
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Front Street
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Front Street
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Well Bank
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Hood Street
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Harthope Road
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Crawleyside Bank
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Crawleyside Bank
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Front Street
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Holmefield
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Church Lane
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Front Street
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Front Street
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Leazes Lane
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Leazes Lane
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High Street
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Clemmy Bank
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High Street
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Front Street
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Front Street
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Front Street
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Boltsburn Crescent
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Crawleyside Bank
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Cross Hill
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Demesne Court
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Melbourne Place
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Leazes Lane
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Low Lane
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Front Street
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Stony Path
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Cross Street
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Stanhope & Weardale
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The Market Place
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Willard Grove
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West End
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Angate Street
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Leazes Lane
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Upper Town
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Durham Road
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Attwood Terrace
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High Street
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Stanhope & Weardale
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Stanhope & Weardale
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.