About Blackhall Colliery

Blackhall Colliery is a small settlement located in County Durham, in the north of England. It lies within the TS27 postcode area and is situated near the town of Chester-le-Street. The area was historically associated with coal mining, and the colliery itself played a significant role in the local economy during the 19th and early 20th centuries. While the mine is no longer operational, remnants of its industrial past remain visible in the surrounding landscape. The community is primarily residential, with a mix of older terraced housing and more modern developments. The village is well connected by road and is within easy reach of larger towns and cities in the region. It retains a strong sense of local identity, shaped by its industrial heritage and close-knit community.

School Ratings in Blackhall Colliery

Blackhall Colliery is served by 56 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blackhall Colliery

Property prices average £139K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £67K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blackhall Colliery

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Blackhall Colliery, with 9 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blackhall Colliery

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blackhall Colliery 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 Blackhall Colliery

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Blackhall Colliery, 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 2,086 sales

Average Price £139K
£800 — £2.63M
Detached £268K 494
Semi £122K 483
Terraced £67K 1,001
Flat £62K 20

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

32 Primary
8 Secondary
16 Other
Blackhall Primary School Primary Good 92 yards St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall Primary 0.3 miles Horden Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.9 miles Yohden Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Hesleden Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Dene House Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Dene Academy Secondary Good 1.1 miles Cotsford Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Horden Children's Centre 1.2 miles Seascape Children's Centre Good 1.7 miles Seascape Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Open Air Education Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Blackhall Colliery IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blackhall Colliery 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
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,568 Children (0-15) 17%
13,114 Working Age 61%
6,373 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.4% 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 Blackhall Colliery 39 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Blackhall Colliery 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.

13 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
2 Burglary
2 Shoplifting
2 Other Crime
1 Public Order
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Durham Peterlee (Blackhall) 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 3 stations

Hartlepool Train Station 5.5 miles
Seaton Carew Train Station 7.3 miles
Billingham Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

High Hesleden 0.6 miles Hesleden 0.9 miles Blackhall Rocks 0.9 miles Monk Hesleden 1.2 miles Horden 1.4 miles Peterlee 2 miles Castle Eden 2.2 miles Eden Vale 2.2 miles Crimdon Park 2.2 miles Shotton 2.5 miles Sheraton 2.6 miles Hutton Henry 2.6 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward Blackhalls
Constituency Easington
Parish Monk Hesleden
Region North East

Streets in TS27 30 shown View all streets

A179 4 A19 9 Abbots Lea 1 Alderwood Close 1 Alnwick Close 1 Amberwood Close 2 Applewood Close 2 Ashbrooke Court 1 Ashwood Close 1 Aspen Gardens 1 Attlee Avenue 2 B1281 2 Baker Close 1 Bartram Court 1 Beech Avenue 1 Beechwood 1 Bellows Burn Lane 3 Bevin Grove 1 Birkdale Close 1 Blackwood Close 1 Bluebell Close 2 Bradley Lowery Way 1 Brockwell 1 Brough Court 2 Buckingham Avenue 1 Burdon Walk 1 Burns Close 1 Butts Lane 3 Carnoustie Grove 1 Castle Howard Close 1

Postcodes in TS27 50 shown View all postcodes

TS27 3AA TS27 3AB TS27 3AD TS27 3AE TS27 3AG TS27 3AH TS27 3AJ TS27 3AL TS27 3AN TS27 3AP TS27 3AQ TS27 3AR TS27 3AS TS27 3AT TS27 3AU TS27 3AW TS27 3AX TS27 3AY TS27 3AZ TS27 3BA TS27 3BB TS27 3BD TS27 3BE TS27 3BF TS27 3BG TS27 3BH TS27 3BL TS27 3BP TS27 3BQ TS27 3BS TS27 3BT TS27 3BU TS27 3BW TS27 3BX TS27 3BY TS27 3BZ TS27 3DA TS27 3DB TS27 3DD TS27 3DE TS27 3DG TS27 3DH TS27 3DS TS27 3DT TS27 3DU TS27 3DX TS27 3DY TS27 3DZ TS27 3EA TS27 3EB