About Bolam

Bolam is a small village located in County Durham, in the north of England. It lies within the DL2 postcode area and is situated near the River Wear, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The village has a rural character, with a mix of traditional stone and brick houses, and a small number of local amenities. It is close to the town of Chester-le-Street and lies within easy reach of larger centres such as Durham and Newcastle upon Tyne. The area is known for its agricultural land and peaceful environment, with walking paths along the river and nearby woodland. Bolam has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to medieval times. The village church, St Mary's, is a notable local landmark and reflects the area’s historical roots.

School Ratings in Bolam

Bolam is served by 45 schools. Pear Tree School and Hurworth House School Aspris Children's services are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bolam

Property prices average £276K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £331K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bolam

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bolam, with 128 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bolam

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bolam 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 Bolam

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Bolam, 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 3,813 sales

Average Price £276K
£100 — £24.19M
Detached £331K 1,757
Semi £205K 898
Terraced £177K 843
Flat £124K 177

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

29 Primary
6 Secondary
10 Other
Pear Tree School Outstanding 1.3 miles Oakwood Learning Centre Outstanding 1.7 miles Ingleton CofE Primary School Primary 2 miles Copeland Road Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.5 miles St Helen Auckland Community Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Timothy Hackworth Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Evenwood Church of England Primary School Primary 3 miles Heighington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Thornhill Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.2 miles Woodhouse Primary Academy Primary 3.3 miles Ramshaw Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bolam IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bolam 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,547 Children (0-15) 17%
26,826 Working Age 59%
14,325 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.3% 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 Bolam 525 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bolam is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

154 Violence & Sexual Offences
128 Anti-Social Behaviour
60 Shoplifting
47 Criminal Damage & Arson
37 Public Order
23 Other Theft
19 Burglary
18 Vehicle Crime
10 Drugs
10 Other Crime
7 Bicycle Theft
6 Weapons
5 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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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 5 stations

Shildon Train Station 3.2 miles
Heighington Train Station 3.9 miles
Bishop Auckland Train Station 4.4 miles
Newton Aycliffe Train Station 4.5 miles
North Road (Darlington) Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Morton Tinmouth 0.9 miles Royal Oak 0.9 miles Bildershaw 1.4 miles Ingleton 1.8 miles Houghton Bank 1.9 miles Killerby 1.9 miles Houghton-le-Side 2 miles Hilton 2 miles Headlam 2 miles Summerhouse 2 miles Evenwood Gate 2.2 miles Wackerfield 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Darlington
County North Yorkshire
Ward Sadberge & Middleton St. George
Constituency Sedgefield
Parish Middleton St George
Region North East

Streets in DL2 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 1 A167 1 A66 7 A67 19 A68 9 A687 2 A688 8 Abbey Road 1 Academy Gardens 3 Acorn Close 1 Alder Grove 1 Alderman Leach Drive 2 Alexandria Drive 1 Archdeacon Newton 2 Archer Road 1 Ash Lane 1 Ashdale Close 1 Ashville Drive 2 Aviation Way 6 Avro Close 1 B6274 6 B6275 10 B6279 15 Back Lane 2 Bakewell Mews 1 Balderhead Street 2 Balmer Hill 2 Banks Terrace 1 Barnard Street 2 Baxby Terrace 1

Postcodes in DL2 50 shown View all postcodes

DL2 1AA DL2 1AD DL2 1AF DL2 1AG DL2 1AH DL2 1AJ DL2 1AL DL2 1AN DL2 1AP DL2 1AQ DL2 1AR DL2 1AS DL2 1AT DL2 1AU DL2 1AW DL2 1AX DL2 1AY DL2 1AZ DL2 1BA DL2 1BB DL2 1BD DL2 1BE DL2 1BF DL2 1BG DL2 1BJ DL2 1BL DL2 1BN DL2 1BP DL2 1BQ DL2 1BT DL2 1BW DL2 1BY DL2 1BZ DL2 1DA DL2 1DB DL2 1DD DL2 1DE DL2 1DF DL2 1DG DL2 1DH DL2 1DJ DL2 1DL DL2 1DN DL2 1DP DL2 1DQ DL2 1DR DL2 1DS DL2 1DT DL2 1DU DL2 1DW