Area Info for County Durham, Unparished Area (Durham)

County Durham, Unparished Area (Durham, UK)

County Durham is a historic county in North East England, known for its rich cultural heritage and scenic landscapes. The unparished area of Durham refers to the city of Durham itself, which is a unitary authority area within County Durham. As a city, Durham has a distinct administrative status, separate from the surrounding county council area.

Geography and Location

Durham is situated on the River Wear and is renowned for its stunning Norman cathedral and historic castle, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The city is approximately 15 miles south of Newcastle upon Tyne and 20 miles north of Darlington.

Governance

As an unparished area, Durham city does not have a parish or town council. Instead, local governance is provided by Durham County Council, which manages services such as education, transportation, and planning. The city itself has a city council that handles local issues within its boundaries.

History and Heritage

Durham has a long history dating back to the medieval period. The Durham Cathedral, built in the 11th century, is a masterpiece of Norman architecture and a symbol of the city. The Durham Castle, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has served as a residence for bishops and now functions as part of Durham University.

Economy and Education

The economy of Durham historically relied on agriculture, trade, and ecclesiastical influence. Today, the city benefits from tourism, education, and public administration. Durham University, one of the UK's prestigious institutions, is located in the city and significantly contributes to the local economy and culture.

Transport

Durham is well-connected by road and rail. The city has a railway station with services to major cities such as Newcastle, Darlington, and London. The A1(M) motorway provides access to the wider region.

Culture and Events

Durham hosts various cultural events, festivals, and markets throughout the year. The city’s historic sites, theatres, and galleries contribute to a vibrant cultural scene.

Notable Landmarks

Key landmarks include Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle, the River Wear, and the Botanic Garden. These sites attract numerous visitors and are integral to the city’s identity.

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School
Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School	0.81 miles
Manor Road, Medomsley, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6QN
Our Lady and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Brooms	1.01 miles
St Ives Road, Leadgate, Consett, County Durham, DH8 7SN
Leadgate Primary School	1.26 miles
Alder Grove, Leadgate, Consett, County Durham, DH8 7RH
Villa Real School	1.43 miles
Villa Real Road, Consett, DH8 6BH
Collierley Primary School	1.56 miles
Front Street, Dipton, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 9DJ
Beechdale Nursery School	1.61 miles
Beechdale Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6AY
Consett Junior School	1.61 miles
Beechdale Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6AY
Consett Academy	1.62 miles
Ashdale Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6LZ
St Patrick's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Consett	1.82 miles
Stanley Street, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6LN
Consett Infant School	1.85 miles
Teasdale Street, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6AF
Ebchester CofE Primary School	1.96 miles
Shaw Lane, Ebchester, Consett, County Durham, DH8 0QB
Shotley Bridge Primary School	1.97 miles
Benfieldside Road, Shotley Bridge, Consett, County Durham, DH8 0SQ
St Patrick's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Dipton	2.04 miles
North Road, Dipton, Flint Hill, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 9BB
Delta Independent School	2.08 miles
Parliament Street, Consett, County Durham, DH8 5DH
Benfieldside Primary School	2.24 miles
Moorlands, Blackhill, Consett, County Durham, DH8 0JX
Catchgate Primary School	2.33 miles
Blackett Street, Annfield Plain, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 8LX

Clinic
Stanhope Neurological Care Centre	0.93 miles
Corbridge Rd, Mesomsley, Consett,, DH8 6QY
Browns Building - Stanley	1.49 miles
The Surgery, Front Street, Dipton, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 9DR
Queens Road Surgery - Hearingcare Clinic	1.79 miles
Queens Road, Blackhill, Shotley Bridge, Consett, Consett, County Durham, DH8 0BW
Queens Road Surgery - EYELID Clinic	1.79 miles
Blackhill, Shotley Bridge, Consett,, DH8 0BW
Glenroyd House	1.80 miles
Medomsley Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 5HL
Oakfields Medical Centre	2.05 miles
Hamsterley Colliery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE17 7SB
Specsavers Hearcare - Co. Durham [Consett]	2.05 miles
45 Middle Street, Consett, County Durham, DH8 5QP
Child Development Centre	2.85 miles
Priory Court, Annfield Plain, Stanley, DH9 7TG
Chopwell Childrens Centre	3.01 miles
Chopwell Primary School, Derwent Street, Chopwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE17 7HS
Cedars Medical Group	3.20 miles
Cedar Crescent, Burnopfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE16 6HU
The Louisa Centre	3.96 miles
Front Street, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0TE
The Louisa Gp Surgery	4.04 miles
Laxley Street, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 8AA
Eyesite - EYELID CLINIC	4.04 miles
73 Front Street, Stanley,, DH9 0TB
EYESITE - Podiatry Clinic	4.04 miles
73 Front Street, Stanley,, DH9 0TB
Stanley Primary Care Centre	4.12 miles
Clifford Road, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0AB
Prudhoe Hospital Site	5.39 miles
Ferndene, Moor Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5PB

GP
Leadgate Surgery	1.03 miles
George Ewen House, Watling Street, Leadgate, Consett, Co Durham, DH8 6DP
Dr Levick and Partners	1.59 miles
Front Street, Dipton, County Durham, DH9 9DA
Dr Stuart and Partners	1.79 miles
83 Queens Road, Consett, Durham, DH8 0BW
Young & Partners	1.97 miles
Station Yard, Consett, County Durham, DH8 5YA
Oakfields Health Centre	2.05 miles
Hamsterley Colliery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE17 7SB
Stanley Medical Group - Branch	2.77 miles
16 Front Street, Annfield Plain, Stanley, Co Durham, Durham, DH9 8HY
Drs Lambert & Brunt	2.81 miles
West Road Surgery, 9 West Road, Stanley, Co Durham, DH9 7XT
Dr Le Dune and Partners	2.91 miles
Durham Road, Annfield Plain, Stanley, County Durham, England - Uk, DH9 7TD
Dr M S Hassan	3.11 miles
Primary Healthcare Centre, South Road, Chopwell, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE17 7BU
Cedars Medical Group	3.20 miles
Cedars Medical Group, Cedar Crescent, Burnopfield, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE16 6HU
Dr Stuart and Partners	3.51 miles
Park Terrace, Moorside, Consett, County Durham, DH8 8ET
Drs Dawson and Imlah	3.74 miles
High Spen Branch Surgery, Bute Road South, High Spen, Rowlands Gill, Rowlands Gill, NE39 2AP
Drs Dawson and Imlah	3.83 miles
The Medical Centre,, The Grove, Rowlands Gill, Tyne and Wear, NE39 1PW
Tanfield View Medical Group	3.99 miles
Scott Street, Tanfield, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 8AD
Lambert & Brunt	4.04 miles
Laxey Street, Stanley, Co Durham, DH9 8AA
Stanley Medical Group	4.12 miles
Stanley Primary Care Centre, Clifford Road, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0AB

Hospital
Shotley Bridge Hospital	1.71 miles
Shotley Bridge Hospital, Shotley Bridge, Consett, County Durham, DH8 0NB
Ferndene	5.39 miles
Ferndene, Moor Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5PB
Dunston Hill Hospital	7.48 miles
Dunston Hill, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 9QT
Bensham Hospital	8.82 miles
Saltwell Road, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE8 4YL
Lanchester Road Hospital	9.15 miles
Lanchester Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 5RD
Chester Le Street Hospital	9.15 miles
Front Street, Chester Le Street, County Durham, DH3 3AT
Diabetes Centre	9.30 miles
Newcastle General Hospital, Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE4 6BE
Spire Washington Hospital	9.63 miles
Picktree Lane, Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE38 9JZ
Queen Elizabeth Hospital	9.79 miles
Sheriff Hill, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE9 6SX
University Hospital Of North Durham	10.22 miles
North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 5TW
City Hospitals Sunderland at University Hospital Of North Durham	10.22 miles
University Hospital Of Durham, Dryburn Hospital, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 5TW
Newcastle Dental Hospital	10.23 miles
Richardson Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4AZ
The Royal Victoria Infirmary	10.24 miles
Queen Victoria Road, New Victoria Wing, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4LP
Great North Childrens Hospital	10.24 miles
Queen Victoria Road, New Victoria Wing, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4LP
Nuffield Health, Newcastle-upon-Tyne Hospital	10.99 miles
Clayton Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1JP
St Nicholas Hospital (Newcastle-upon-Tyne)	11.21 miles
Jubilee Road, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3XT

Pharmacy
Leadgate Pharmacy	1.03 miles
George Ewen House, Watling Street,Leadgate, Consett, DH8 6DP
Consett Pharmacy	1.39 miles
Unit 19B, Number One Industrial Est, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6SY
Dipton Pharmacy	1.62 miles
Lesbury House, Front Street, Dipton, Stanley, DH9 9AD
John Low Ltd	1.79 miles
83 Queens Road, Shotley Bridge, Consett, DH8 0BW
Boots	1.97 miles
Station Yard West, Delves Lane, Consett, DH8 5YA
Lloydspharmacy	1.99 miles
12 Station Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 5RL
Station Road Pharmacy	1.99 miles
9 Station Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 5RL
The Co-Operative Pharmacy	2.00 miles
The Derwent Centre, Middle Street, Consett, DH8 5QW
Ashchem Chemists	2.80 miles
3 West Road, Annfield Plain, Stanley, DH9 7XA
Furness G H Ltd	3.10 miles
13 Derwent Street, Chopwell, Tyne and Wear, NE17 7HU
Burnopfield Pharmacy	3.20 miles
Cedar Crescent, Burnopfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 6HU
John Low Ltd (Moorside Pharmacy)	3.51 miles
Consett Park Terrace, Moorside, Consett, DH8 8ET
Boots	3.87 miles
34 Station Road, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear, NE39 1PZ
Mj and A Taylor Ltd	3.93 miles
226 Park Road, South Moor, Stanley, Durham, DH9 7AN
Boots	3.99 miles
Tanfield View Surgery, Scott Street, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 8AD
Asda Pharmacy	4.01 miles
Front Street, Stanley, DH9 0NB

Park
DEEP DENE	2.01 miles
GREENCROFT HEATH	2.69 miles
KYO BOGS	2.86 miles
ALLENSFORD WOODS	3.41 miles
HARPERLEY & PEA WOODS	3.42 miles
ALLENSFORD	3.58 miles
CHAPMAN'S WELL	3.73 miles
EASTFIELDS/ WESTFIELDS	3.89 miles
TANFIELD LEA MARSH	3.92 miles
GIBSIDE (Grade I Listed)	4.49 miles
SOUTH STANLEY WOODS	4.90 miles
DERWENT GORGE AND MUGGLESWICK WOODS	5.32 miles
PRIESTCLOSE WOOD	5.89 miles
DERWENT WALK	6.02 miles
BRADLEY PARK (Grade II Listed)	6.11 miles
CASTLEFIELDS WOOD	6.55 miles

Groceries
Co-op Durham	1.11 miles
Leadgate, DH8 7SB
Park Road Convenience Store	1.95 miles
4 Park Road, County Durham DH8 5EA
Lidl Consett	1.97 miles
The Victoria Centre, Medomsley Road, Consett, DH8 5JU
Iceland Consett	1.97 miles
The Victoria Centre, Medomsley Road, Consett, DH8 5JU
Blackhill Convenience Store	2.07 miles
131 Durham Road, Blackhill, Consett, County Durham, DH8 8RP
Tesco Consett (Express)	2.16 miles
32 Durham Rd, Consett, County Durham, DH8 8RX
ALDI Front Street	2.20 miles
Consett, DH8 5RE
Morrisons Consett	2.32 miles
Front Street, Consett, Durham, DH8 5RE
Tesco Consett (Extra)	2.35 miles
Genesis Way, Consett, Durham, DH8 5XP
SPAR Blackhill	2.42 miles
Windsor House, Pemberton Road, Durham, DH8 8JJ
The Village Store	2.46 miles
Delves Lane,Consett, Co Durham DH8 7BH
Chopwell Convenience Store	2.80 miles
2 The Green, Chopwell Newcastle upon Tyne NE17 7ER
Tesco Stanley (Superstore)	2.88 miles
Station Rd, Annfield Plain, Stanley, Durham, DH9 7UZ
Co-op Newcastle Upon Tyne	3.06 miles
Chopwell, NE17 7HS
Londis, Tay Street	3.08 miles
15 Tay Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE17 7DG
Tantobie Stores	3.10 miles
1A Oak Terrace, Tantobie Stanley Co.Durham DH9 9QY

Airport
Newcastle International Airport	11.77 miles
Durham Tees Valley Airport	29.15 miles

Bus Stop
Bradley Bungalows (SE)	0.55 miles
Bradley Bungalows (NW)	0.55 miles
Bradley Cottages (SE)	0.56 miles
Bradley Cottages (NW)	0.57 miles
Bradley Bungalows (SW)	0.59 miles
Pont Head Estate - Pont Road (NW)	0.69 miles
Pont Head Estate - Pont Road (SE)	0.71 miles
53 Fines Road (S)	0.72 miles
53 Fines Road (N)	0.72 miles
Devham Display (S)	0.73 miles
Pont Lane (SE)	0.75 miles
Fines Road - Pont Lane (N)	0.76 miles
Devham Display (N)	0.77 miles
Pont Bungalows (NE)	0.77 miles
Pont Bungalows (SW)	0.78 miles
Pont Head Estate - Tweed Avenue (NE)	0.78 miles

Ferry Port
Newcastle International Ferry Terminal	16.15 miles
South Shields Ferry Terminal	16.65 miles
North Shields Ferry Terminal	16.72 miles
Transporter Bridge North Side	30.44 miles
Transporter Bridge South Side	30.46 miles
Tower Knowe Ferry Landing	33.82 miles

Railway Station
Prudhoe Rail Station	6.75 miles
Stocksfield Rail Station	6.75 miles
Wylam Rail Station	6.91 miles
Blaydon Rail Station	7.18 miles
Metrocentre Rail Station	7.89 miles
Dunston Rail Station	8.17 miles
Riding Mill Rail Station	8.45 miles
Chester-le-Street Rail Station	9.00 miles
Newcastle Rail Station	9.74 miles
Manors Rail Station	10.31 miles
Corbridge Rail Station	10.67 miles
Wolsingham Rail Station	10.80 miles
Durham Rail Station	10.97 miles
Heworth Rail Station	11.09 miles
Newcastle Airport Metro	11.67 miles
Frosterley Rail Station	12.13 miles

Flood Risk Per Year (DH8 6R*)
Number of Properties in Catchment	304
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)	0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)	0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)	0
High Risk (>3.3%)	0

111, MANOR ROAD CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6QL	£145,000 2024-12-20 terraced freehold
2, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£430,000 2024-09-13 detached freehold
Sold 2019-04-08	£340,000
Sold 2015-06-04	£330,000
Sold 2012-09-14	£298,000
Sold 2008-05-01	£256,000
103, MANOR ROAD CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6QL	£140,000 2023-12-06 terraced freehold
Sold 2020-01-16	£120,000
Sold 2012-07-06	£93,000
17, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£390,000 2023-10-30 detached freehold
Sold 2021-05-14	£370,000
1, THE GARTH MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TR	£478,000 2023-08-18 detached freehold
Sold 2010-01-05	£370,000
115, MANOR ROAD CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6QL	£485,000 2023-07-11 detached freehold
99, MANOR ROAD CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6QL	£135,000 2022-11-01 terraced freehold
Sold 2018-10-15	£100,000
6, THE GARTH MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TR	£450,000 2022-09-23 detached freehold
32, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£331,500 2022-06-29 detached freehold
15, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£358,000 2022-04-28 detached freehold
1, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£285,000 2021-09-30 detached freehold
23, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£311,000 2021-09-29 detached freehold
COW CLOSE BARN, HOUSING LANE MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6FA	£275,000 2021-07-06 otherPropertyType freehold
7, THE GARTH MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TR	£425,000 2021-02-05 detached freehold
EAST FARM HOUSE, MANOR ROAD CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6QL	£284,000 2019-04-04 otherPropertyType freehold
Sold 2018-08-08	£282,971
114, MANOR ROAD CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6QL	£135,000 2018-11-30 terraced freehold
Sold 2007-12-14	£149,950
Sold 2006-09-01	£143,000
2, THE GARTH MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TR	£320,000 2018-09-07 detached freehold
116, MANOR ROAD CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6QL	£145,000 2018-03-02 terraced freehold
Sold 2013-04-29	£103,500
Sold 2009-12-18	£100,000
29, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£235,000 2017-08-11 detached leasehold
33, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£341,000 2017-07-28 detached freehold
125, MANOR ROAD CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6QL	£300,000 2016-06-23 detached freehold
Sold 2014-05-28	£305,000
112, MANOR ROAD CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6QL	£200,000 2015-10-09 terraced freehold
Sold 2015-02-13	£110,000
27, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£287,500 2015-10-07 semidetached freehold
Sold 2013-07-15	£277,000
6, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£200,000 2014-07-11 detached freehold
30, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£245,000 2013-11-22 detached freehold
16, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£285,000 2013-07-12 detached freehold
31, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£340,000 2010-11-03 detached freehold
Sold 2009-10-09	£330,000
36, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£280,000 2010-03-19 detached freehold
11, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT COUNTY DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£360,000 2010-01-11 detached freehold
113, MANOR ROAD CONSETT CONSETT DURHAM DH8 6QL	£230,000 2007-07-02 terraced freehold
22, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£245,000 2007-01-19 detached leasehold
19, HANDLEY CROSS MEDOMSLEY CONSETT DURHAM DH8 6TZ	£240,000 2006-09-11 detached leasehold
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