About Brandon

Brandon is a village located in County Durham, in the north of England, within the DH7 postcode area. It lies in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is situated near the River Wear, offering views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The local community is small and close-knit, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. There are several local amenities, including a village hall, a pub, and a primary school. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with footpaths and bridleways connecting to nearby towns and villages. The landscape is largely flat to gently rolling, with fields and hedgerows typical of the region. The village has a quiet, peaceful atmosphere, particularly during the early morning and evening hours.

School Ratings in Brandon

There are 67 schools in and around Brandon. Langley Moor Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brandon

The average property price is £161K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £97K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brandon

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Burglary is prevalent across Brandon, with 4 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brandon

Brandon sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Brandon

Broadband speeds in Brandon are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,316 sales

Average Price £161K
£1K — £8.25M
Detached £263K 1,501
Semi £120K 2,034
Terraced £97K 2,331
Flat £88K 132

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

46 Primary
6 Secondary
15 Other
Brandon Children's Centre 0.3 miles Brandon Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Browney Primary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Langley Moor Primary 1 miles Langley Moor Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.2 miles Langley Moor Primary School Primary 1.2 miles New Brancepeth Primary Academy Primary 1.6 miles Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.9 miles Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Ushaw Moor Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Durham High School 2 miles Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brandon IMD 2025

Brandon sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,575 Children (0-15) 15%
37,139 Working Age 65%
14,777 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.7% 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 Brandon 18 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Brandon records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

8 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Burglary
3 Other Theft
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
Local Policing
Durham Durham (Meadowfield) 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 5 stations

Bishop Auckland Train Station 6.5 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 7.6 miles
Shildon Train Station 8.3 miles
Newton Aycliffe Train Station 9.4 miles
Heighington Train Station 10 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Meadowfield 0.6 miles Langley Moor 1.4 miles Broompark 1.4 miles New Brancepeth 1.4 miles Brancepeth 1.4 miles Nevilles Cross 1.8 miles Ushaw Moor 2 miles Sunderland Bridge 2.2 miles Elvet Hill 2.2 miles Lowes Barn 2.2 miles Bearpark 2.5 miles Page Bank 2.5 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward Lanchester
Constituency North West Durham
Parish Burnhope
Region North East

Streets in DH7 30 shown View all streets

(Not a good way through!) 1 A690 11 A691 7 Acorn Close 2 Acorn Croft 1 Acorn Place 1 Acorn Walk 1 Acornclose Lane 1 Acton Road 5 Aden Court 1 Aged Miners' Homes 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Park 2 Alderdene 1 Alderdene Close 1 Alderside Crescent 2 Aldin Grange Terrace 1 Aldin Rise 1 Aldridge Court 3 Allendale Road 1 Almoners Gardens 1 Alston Way 1 Angel View 3 Angus Square 1 Angus Street 1 Appledore Gardens 1 Arbourcourt Avenue 1 Arthur Street 1 Arundel Way 1 Ash Avenue 1

Postcodes in DH7 50 shown View all postcodes

DH7 0AA DH7 0AB DH7 0AD DH7 0AE DH7 0AF DH7 0AG DH7 0AH DH7 0AJ DH7 0AL DH7 0AN DH7 0AP DH7 0AQ DH7 0AR DH7 0AS DH7 0AT DH7 0AU DH7 0AW DH7 0AX DH7 0AY DH7 0AZ DH7 0BA DH7 0BB DH7 0BD DH7 0BE DH7 0BF DH7 0BG DH7 0BH DH7 0BJ DH7 0BL DH7 0BP DH7 0BQ DH7 0BT DH7 0BW DH7 0DA DH7 0DB DH7 0DD DH7 0DE DH7 0DJ DH7 0DL DH7 0DN DH7 0DP DH7 0DQ DH7 0DR DH7 0DS DH7 0DT DH7 0DU DH7 0DY DH7 0DZ DH7 0EA DH7 0EB