About Crook

Crook is a town located in County Durham, England, within the DL15 postcode area. It lies approximately 10 miles southwest of Newcastle upon Tyne and is well-connected by road, making it accessible for visitors. The town features a mix of residential areas and local businesses, providing essential services to its residents and those in surrounding villages. The centre of Crook includes a variety of shops, cafes, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs. The town is also home to several parks and green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. Crook's location in County Durham makes it a suitable base for exploring the wider region, including nearby attractions and natural landscapes.

School Ratings in Crook

Families in Crook have access to 32 local schools. The Grange Learning Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Crook

Homes sell for an average of £144K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £81K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Crook

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Crook, with 21 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Crook

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Crook within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Crook

Crook 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 3,365 sales

Average Price £144K
£400 — £8.25M
Detached £217K 816
Semi £111K 705
Terraced £81K 1,635
Flat £69K 24

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

22 Primary
4 Secondary
6 Other
Crook Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Crook Primary 0.2 miles Hartside Primary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Peases West Academy Primary 1.1 miles Howden-le-Wear Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Stanley (Crook) Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Sunnybrow Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Our Lady and St Thomas Catholic Primary School, Willington Primary Good 1.9 miles Willington Children's Centre Good 2.1 miles Willington Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Parkside Academy Secondary Good 2.2 miles St Stephen's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Crook IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Crook experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
5,145 Children (0-15) 17%
18,227 Working Age 60%
9,224 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.7% 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 Crook 125 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Crook is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

58 Violence & Sexual Offences
21 Anti-Social Behaviour
14 Criminal Damage & Arson
9 Public Order
6 Vehicle Crime
4 Other Theft
4 Other Crime
3 Weapons
2 Shoplifting
1 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Durham Crook (Crook Town) Howden Le Wear, Tow Law 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 4 stations

Bishop Auckland Train Station 4.7 miles
Shildon Train Station 7.2 miles
Newton Aycliffe Train Station 9.1 miles
Heighington Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Roddymoor 0.9 miles Helmington Row 1.2 miles Billy Row 1.2 miles Fir Tree 1.4 miles Sunny Brow 1.4 miles Howden-le-Wear 1.4 miles Willington 1.9 miles Stanley Crook 1.9 miles North Bitchburn 2 miles Sunniside 2.2 miles New Hunwick 2.2 miles Craigside 2.5 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward Willington and Hunwick
Constituency North West Durham
Parish Greater Willington
Region North East

Notable & Famous People from Crook 3 people

Brian Foster
Physicist
British physicist
Jack Alderson
Association football player
football player (1891-1972)
Jack Greenwell
Association football coach
English footballer and manager (1884-1942)

Streets in DL15 30 shown View all streets

A68 6 A689 9 A690 5 Abbey Gardens 1 Abbeywood 1 Abbots Green 2 Acacia Gardens 2 Acorn Drive 2 Addison Street 7 Albert Street 1 Albion Place 4 Alma Terrace 1 Appleby Court 1 Armstrong Drive 2 Arthur Street 3 Arthur Terrace 1 Ash Drive 2 Austen Way 1 B6286 1 B6298 8 Badgers' Bottom 1 Bainbridge Avenue 1 Bank Foot Grove 1 Bedburn Close 2 Beech Avenue 2 Beechburn Park 3 Beechwood Lane 1 Bell Street 1 Belle Vue Terrace 2 Billy Row Green 1

Postcodes in DL15 50 shown View all postcodes

DL15 0AA DL15 0AB DL15 0AD DL15 0AE DL15 0AF DL15 0AG DL15 0AH DL15 0AJ DL15 0AL DL15 0AN DL15 0AP DL15 0AQ DL15 0AR DL15 0AS DL15 0AT DL15 0AU DL15 0AW DL15 0AX DL15 0AY DL15 0AZ DL15 0BA DL15 0BB DL15 0BD DL15 0BE DL15 0BF DL15 0BG DL15 0BH DL15 0BJ DL15 0BL DL15 0BN DL15 0BP DL15 0BQ DL15 0BU DL15 0BW DL15 0BX DL15 0DA DL15 0DB DL15 0DD DL15 0DE DL15 0DF DL15 0DG DL15 0DJ DL15 0DL DL15 0DN DL15 0DP DL15 0DQ DL15 0DR DL15 0DS DL15 0DT DL15 0DW