About Bedburn

Bedburn is a small settlement located in County Durham, in the north of England. It lies within the DL13 postcode area and is situated near the River Wear, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and older housing. There are local amenities including a village hall and a small shop, providing basic services to residents. The community is close-knit, with regular events held throughout the year. Bedburn is accessible by road, with the A689 running nearby, connecting it to nearby towns such as Bishop Auckland and Darlington. The landscape features rolling hills and open fields, typical of the Durham countryside. While not a major tourist destination, it offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle.

School Ratings in Bedburn

Bedburn is served by 19 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bedburn

Property prices average £197K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £117K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bedburn

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.

Deprivation and Employment in Bedburn

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bedburn falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bedburn

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Bedburn, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,849 sales

Average Price £197K
£2K — £8.25M
Detached £291K 425
Semi £173K 304
Terraced £117K 895
Flat £111K 21

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Hamsterley Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Witton-le-Wear Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Woodland Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Butterknowle Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.6 miles Howden-le-Wear Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Toft Hill Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Wolsingham Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Wolsingham School Secondary 4.2 miles St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park Primary Good 4.2 miles Crook Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Hartside Primary Academy Primary 4.4 miles Tow Law Millennium Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bedburn IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bedburn in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
2/10
4,013 Children (0-15) 14%
16,456 Working Age 59%
9,826 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.7% 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 Bedburn 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Bedburn falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Durham Bishop Auckland (Villages) 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

Bishop Auckland Train Station 6.6 miles
Shildon Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hamsterley 0.6 miles Witton-le-Wear 2.5 miles Morley 2.8 miles Craigside 2.8 miles Fir Tree 3.1 miles South Side 3.1 miles Howden-le-Wear 3.3 miles Toft Hill 3.6 miles Woodland 3.6 miles Butterknowle 3.7 miles The Slack 3.8 miles Thornley 3.8 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward Weardale
Constituency North West Durham
Parish Stanhope
Region North East

Streets in DL13 30 shown View all streets

A68 10 A689 135 Allers Lane 1 Angate Street 5 Ashcroft 3 Attlee Court 2 Attlee Estate 1 Attwood Road 1 Attwood Terrace 1 B6278 6 B6282 20 B6295 2 B6296 7 B6297 1 B6299 1 Barrington Court 1 Bedburn Road 2 Bents Lane 2 Bolling Lane 1 Boltsburn Crescent 4 Bondisle Way 5 Bridge Street 5 Broken Way 4 Bullfield 3 Burnt Houses Lane 3 Burtreeford Bridge 2 Butsfield Lane 1 Byerleyhouse Lane 2 Carway Bank 2 Castle Bank 2

Postcodes in DL13 50 shown View all postcodes

DL13 1AA DL13 1AB DL13 1AD DL13 1AF DL13 1AG DL13 1AH DL13 1AJ DL13 1AL DL13 1AN DL13 1AP DL13 1AQ DL13 1AR DL13 1AS DL13 1AT DL13 1AW DL13 1AX DL13 1BD DL13 1BE DL13 1BG DL13 1BH DL13 1BJ DL13 1BL DL13 1BN DL13 1BP DL13 1BQ DL13 1BW DL13 1DA DL13 1DB DL13 1DD DL13 1DE DL13 1DF DL13 1DG DL13 1DJ DL13 1DL DL13 1DN DL13 1DQ DL13 1DW DL13 1DY DL13 1DZ DL13 1EA DL13 1EB DL13 1ED DL13 1EE DL13 1EF DL13 1EH DL13 1EJ DL13 1EL DL13 1EN DL13 1EP DL13 1EQ