About Great Chilton

Great Chilton is a village located in County Durham, England, with the postcode area DL17. The village is primarily residential, offering a quiet lifestyle away from the larger towns. It is surrounded by the natural beauty of the North East, making it a suitable base for those who enjoy outdoor activities and exploring the countryside. In terms of amenities, Great Chilton has a few local shops and services to cater to residents' daily needs. The village is also close to larger towns such as Bishop Auckland and Spennymoor, which provide additional shopping and dining options. The area is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby cities.

School Ratings in Great Chilton

There are 52 schools in and around Great Chilton. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Great Chilton

The average property price is £115K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £58K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Great Chilton

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Great Chilton, with 27 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Great Chilton

Great Chilton falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Great Chilton

Broadband availability in Great Chilton includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,808 sales

Average Price £115K
£2K — £8.25M
Detached £221K 558
Semi £101K 891
Terraced £58K 2,172
Flat £129K 21

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

35 Primary
5 Secondary
12 Other
Ferryhill Station Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Aycliffe Secure Centre 0.8 miles Chilton Academy Primary 0.8 miles The Woodlands Good 1.3 miles Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School Primary Good 1.3 miles Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School Primary Requires Improvement 1.5 miles Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy Primary 1.5 miles Dean Bank Children's Centre Good 1.5 miles Ferryhill School Secondary 1.6 miles Kirk Merrington Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.1 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles West Cornforth Primary School Primary 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Great Chilton IMD 2025

Great Chilton falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,418 Children (0-15) 17%
19,031 Working Age 61%
9,068 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 23.7% 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 Great Chilton 174 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Great Chilton sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

56 Violence & Sexual Offences
27 Shoplifting
25 Criminal Damage & Arson
20 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Public Order
9 Other Theft
7 Drugs
7 Vehicle Crime
7 Other Crime
5 Burglary
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Durham Spennymoor (Chilton Ward) 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

Newton Aycliffe Train Station 4.1 miles
Shildon Train Station 4.8 miles
Heighington Train Station 4.9 miles
Bishop Auckland Train Station 5.3 miles
North Road (Darlington) Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chilton Lane 0.6 miles Ferryhill Station 0.9 miles Chilton 0.9 miles Ferryhill 1.2 miles Mainsforth 1.4 miles Dean Bank 1.4 miles Rushyford 1.4 miles Bradbury 1.8 miles Kirk Merrington 2 miles North Close 2.2 miles West Cornforth 2.2 miles Metal Bridge 2.5 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward Ferryhill
Constituency Sedgefield
Parish Ferryhill
Region North East

Streets in DL17 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 2 A167 7 A177 3 A689 14 Aidans Walk 1 Albert Street 1 Aldwin Close 1 Alington Close 1 Alnwick Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Terrace 1 Auckland Road 1 Avenue 1 5 Avenue 2 3 Avenue 3 2 Avenue 4 1 Babbacombe Drive 1 Balmoral Road 1 Bamburgh Road 1 Bank Top 1 Barratt Way 1 Beaumont Street 1 Bede Grove 4 Beech Avenue 1 Beech Crescent 1 Beech Grove 1 Bell Street 1 Bertha Street 3 Bessemer Street 1

Postcodes in DL17 50 shown View all postcodes

DL17 0AA DL17 0AB DL17 0AD DL17 0AE DL17 0AF DL17 0AG DL17 0AH DL17 0AJ DL17 0AL DL17 0AN DL17 0AP DL17 0AQ DL17 0AR DL17 0AS DL17 0AT DL17 0AW DL17 0BA DL17 0BE DL17 0BF DL17 0BH DL17 0BJ DL17 0BL DL17 0BN DL17 0BP DL17 0BQ DL17 0BW DL17 0BY DL17 0BZ DL17 0DA DL17 0DB DL17 0DD DL17 0DE DL17 0DF DL17 0DG DL17 0DH DL17 0DJ DL17 0DL DL17 0DN DL17 0DP DL17 0DQ DL17 0DR DL17 0DS DL17 0DT DL17 0DU DL17 0DW DL17 0DX DL17 0DY DL17 0DZ DL17 0EB DL17 0ED