durham DH9 Postcodes
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Durham (DH9)
The DH9 postcode area is located in the Durham postcode town region, within the county of Durham, and contains a total of 1399 individual postcodes.
There are 45 electoral wards in the DH9 postcode area, including Chester Le Street, Consett, Durham, Houghton Le Spring, Stanley which come under the local authority of the County Durham Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 13% of people in DH9 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of DH9 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The DH9 postcode is located in the Durham district of the UK and covers the small towns of Consett, Lanchester and Stanley as well as the nearby villages of Annfield Plain, Catchgate, Ebchester and Burnhope.
Consett is a former steel-works town that is now a popular destination for retail, leisure and recreational purposes. It is the main shopping and services centre for the area and is home to supermarkets, department stores, eateries, pubs and more. Lanchester is a small market town known for its architecturally-rich buildings, numerous churches and regular markets. Stanley, on the other hand, is an industrial town that has recently seen notable expansion due to new developments.
The local area is rich in entertainment, with a range of leisure and entertainment offerings. There are two golf courses, five parks, fishing at Putford and Edmundbyers, swimming pools, cinemas and many cultural attractions. Being located in County Durham, there is also easy access to tourist attractions such as castles, gardens and museums.
The area is served by two primary schools - Hazelwheat Primary School and Cleadon Village Primary School, and two secondary school - Consett Academy and Greenfield Community College, with numerous other high schools nearby. Further education is also available at both of the secondary schools, with Greenfield offering further education, A-levels and Apprenticeships, whereas Consett Academy offers GCSEs and A-levels.
The DH9 postcode has good transport links, with regular buses connecting to Sunderland, Newcastle and Darlington, and two rail stations – Lanchester and Consett – serving the area. Both stations provide direct trains to London and other destinations.
DH9 boasts a range of post offices, banks and medical and dental services, as well as excellent sporting facilities. The local community has supported numerous volunteering projects, including the development of youth football teams in the area, as well as fostering, care homes and numerous other charitable services.
In recent times, the area has seen significant development, with new retail parks and housing estates creating economic growth and further boosting the local economy. This cultural and economically prosperous area is a perfect destination for families, couples and individuals.
Demographics
Durham
DH9 is located in the county of Durham, in England.
Durham has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.
Durham has a total area of square miles, and a population density of people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | DH9 |
| Postal Town | Durham |
| MSOA Name | County Durham 004 |
| LSOA Name | County Durham 004A |
| County | Durham |
| Region | Durham |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
DH9 Electoral Wards
The postal region of DH9, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Monday, April 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 13% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.