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Area guide

DH7 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the DH7 postcode area, covering Durham and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

DH7 area price snapshot

Average price

£116,093

Median price

£95,000

5-year trend

+58.5%

Total sales

21,887

The DH7 area has 1,044 individual postcodes with 21,887 registered sales. Prices are +70.9% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Durham. The five-year price movement is +58.5%.

About Durham

A historic cathedral city with a world-renowned university, a beautiful medieval centre and a housing market driven by academic and professional demand.

🚆 Main station

Durham

⏱️ London commute

~175 min by train

🏫 Notable school

Durham School

View full Durham property data →

Market context

DH7 averages £116,093, placing it in the affordable category, +70.9% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 21,887 recorded sales across 1,044 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in DH7 is +58.5%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for DH7

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in DH7 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in DH7.
  • 🏘️Explore Durham. Much of the DH7 activity centres on Durham. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the DH7 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in DH7

DH7 6QL

£111,770 avg · 158 sales

DH7 0EJ

£133,167 avg · 141 sales

DH7 6XE

£106,580 avg · 130 sales

DH7 7GA

£133,598 avg · 129 sales

DH7 6PT

£128,519 avg · 125 sales

DH7 8UW

£91,533 avg · 112 sales

DH7 7PS

£66,870 avg · 107 sales

DH7 6NX

£81,040 avg · 103 sales

DH7 7FE

£126,365 avg · 103 sales

View all 1,044 postcodes in DH7 →

Useful tools for DH7 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£0

Avg £116,093 in DH7

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare DH7 with other areas

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Durham data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This DH7 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in DH7?

The average sold price in the DH7 postcode area is £116,093, based on 21,887 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Durham.

How do DH7 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in DH7 average £116,093, which is +70.9% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in DH7 lower than the average?

The median price (£95,000) is 18.2% below the average (£116,093), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have DH7 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in DH7 have moved +58.5% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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