About Aykley Heads

Aykley Heads is a small settlement located in County Durham, in the north of England. It lies within the DH1 postcode area and is situated near the village of Aykley. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and traditional housing. The surrounding landscape features open countryside and rolling hills, typical of the Durham region. There are no major landmarks or tourist attractions in Aykley Heads itself, but it offers a quiet, rural environment for those seeking a peaceful place to live. The village is well connected to nearby towns and cities via road networks, making it accessible for commuting and day trips. The local community is small but active, with regular events and gatherings held in the village hall.

School Ratings in Aykley Heads

Families in Aykley Heads have access to 63 local schools. Framwellgate Moor Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Aykley Heads

Homes sell for an average of £351K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £198K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aykley Heads

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Aykley Heads, with 90 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Aykley Heads

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Aykley Heads around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Aykley Heads

Aykley Heads benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,344 sales

Average Price £351K
£850 — £39.89M
Detached £392K 1,392
Semi £198K 2,386
Terraced £212K 1,490
Flat £140K 767

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

46 Primary
7 Secondary
10 Other
St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham Secondary 0.2 miles Durham Trinity School & Sports College Good 0.3 miles Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Secondary 0.5 miles Framwellgate Moor Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles New College Durham 16 plus Good 0.7 miles Durham Sixth Form Centre 16 plus 0.8 miles Framwellgate School Durham Secondary 0.8 miles Durham Newton Hall Infants' School Primary 0.9 miles Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham Primary Good 1 miles Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Aykley Heads IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Aykley Heads are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
9,780 Children (0-15) 13%
51,674 Working Age 69%
17,721 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.6% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Aykley Heads 480 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Aykley Heads are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

127 Violence & Sexual Offences
90 Shoplifting
80 Anti-Social Behaviour
47 Public Order
41 Criminal Damage & Arson
30 Other Theft
21 Vehicle Crime
16 Burglary
14 Drugs
6 Other Crime
5 Bicycle Theft
2 Theft from Person
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Durham Durham (Newton Hall) Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Chester-Le-Street Train Station 4.8 miles
Bishop Auckland Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

North End 0 yards Framwellgate Moor 0.6 miles Western Hill 0.6 miles Durham 0.9 miles Gilesgate 1.2 miles Pity Me 1.2 miles Elvet Hill 1.2 miles Lowes Barn 1.2 miles Newton Hall 1.4 miles Nevilles Cross 1.4 miles Broompark 1.8 miles Bearpark 1.9 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward Belmont
Constituency City of Durham
Parish Belmont
Region North East

Streets in DH1 30 shown View all streets

(Cattle race) 1 A1(M) 3 A167 5 A177 12 A181 6 A690 75 A691 4 Abbey Business Centre 1 Abbey Road 6 Abbeywoods 3 Abbots' Row 1 Acorn Place 1 Adolphus Place 4 Aidan Gardens 1 Ainsley Street 1 Albert Street 2 Alder Lea Close 1 Aldhome Court 1 Alexandra Close 1 Alexandria Crescent 2 Allergate 2 Allergate House 1 Alma Terrace 1 Almoners Barn 1 Alnwick Road 3 Ancroft Garth 2 Annand Road 2 Anvil Court 1 Apperley Avenue 1 Archers Court 1

Postcodes in DH1 50 shown View all postcodes

DH1 1AB DH1 1AD DH1 1AE DH1 1AF DH1 1AG DH1 1AH DH1 1AJ DH1 1AL DH1 1AN DH1 1AP DH1 1AQ DH1 1AR DH1 1AS DH1 1AT DH1 1AU DH1 1AW DH1 1AY DH1 1AZ DH1 1BA DH1 1BB DH1 1BD DH1 1BE DH1 1BF DH1 1BG DH1 1BJ DH1 1BL DH1 1BP DH1 1BQ DH1 1BW DH1 1DA DH1 1DB DH1 1DD DH1 1DE DH1 1DF DH1 1DG DH1 1DH DH1 1DJ DH1 1DL DH1 1DN DH1 1DP DH1 1DQ DH1 1DR DH1 1DS DH1 1DT DH1 1DU DH1 1DW DH1 1DX DH1 1DY DH1 1DZ DH1 1EA