About Harperley

Harperley is a small village located in County Durham, England, within the DH9 postcode area. The village is primarily residential and offers a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. It is surrounded by the natural beauty of the countryside, making it a pleasant spot for those who appreciate rural living. The village is conveniently situated near larger towns, providing easy access to a range of amenities and services. Local transport links connect Harperley to nearby areas, making it accessible for those commuting or visiting. The community is close-knit, and the village has a few local facilities that cater to the needs of residents. Overall, Harperley presents a simple and quiet lifestyle in a picturesque part of England.

School Ratings in Harperley

Families in Harperley have access to 57 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Harperley

Homes sell for an average of £110K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £73K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Harperley

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Harperley, with 40 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Harperley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Harperley 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 Harperley

Harperley 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 5,966 sales

Average Price £110K
£2K — £8.25M
Detached £203K 838
Semi £118K 1,307
Terraced £73K 3,484
Flat £59K 120

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

42 Primary
5 Secondary
10 Other
Tanfield Lea Community Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Dipton Primary 0.9 miles Tanfield School Secondary 0.9 miles Oxhill Nursery School Nursery 0.9 miles Catchgate Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Stanley Children's Centre Requires Improvement 1.3 miles Annfield Plain Junior School Primary 1.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary, Stanley Primary 1.3 miles Collierley Nursery and Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Annfield Plain Infant School Primary 1.4 miles Croft Community School Good 1.4 miles South Stanley Infant and Nursery School Primary 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Harperley IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Harperley 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
2/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
8,655 Children (0-15) 16%
35,917 Working Age 66%
13,838 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.6% 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 Harperley 267 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Harperley 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.

106 Violence & Sexual Offences
40 Anti-Social Behaviour
30 Criminal Damage & Arson
22 Shoplifting
19 Other Theft
11 Vehicle Crime
9 Burglary
9 Public Order
9 Other Crime
5 Drugs
4 Robbery
3 Weapons
Local Policing
Durham Stanley (North West Stanley) 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 6 stations

Metrocentre Train Station 6 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 6.2 miles
Dunston Train Station 6.2 miles
Blaydon Train Station 6.2 miles
Wylam Train Station 7.5 miles
Prudhoe Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Tantobie 0.6 miles White-le-Head 0.6 miles East Kyo 0.6 miles West Kyo 0.6 miles Tanfield Lea 0.9 miles Catchgate 0.9 miles Harelaw 0.9 miles Oxhill 0.9 miles Hill Top 0.9 miles Flint Hill 0.9 miles Dipton 1.2 miles Hobson 1.2 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward Tanfield
Constituency North Durham
Parish Stanley
Region North East

Streets in DH9 30 shown View all streets

A6076 3 A693 6 Abbots Walk 1 Aberfoyle Court 1 Acton Court 1 Alder Crescent 1 Alderman Wood Road 1 Ambrose Court 1 Amos Drive 2 Annfield Place 2 Anthony Court 1 Anthony Street 2 Argyle Court 1 Arnold Close 2 Avon Road 3 Aylward Place 1 B6173 2 Badger's Wood 1 Bailey Street 2 Ballater Close 1 Balmoral Avenue 1 Balmoral Drive 1 Baytree Terrace 5 Beaconsfield Street 2 Beamish Hills 1 Beamish Rise 1 Beamish Street 3 Beamish View 1 Beamishburn Road 5 Beda Cottages 1

Postcodes in DH9 50 shown View all postcodes

DH9 0AB DH9 0AD DH9 0AE DH9 0AF DH9 0AG DH9 0BJ DH9 0BL DH9 0BP DH9 0DA DH9 0DB DH9 0DE DH9 0DF DH9 0DJ DH9 0DQ DH9 0DR DH9 0DU DH9 0DX DH9 0DY DH9 0DZ DH9 0EA DH9 0EB DH9 0ED DH9 0EE DH9 0EF DH9 0EG DH9 0EH DH9 0EJ DH9 0EL DH9 0EN DH9 0EP DH9 0EQ DH9 0ER DH9 0ES DH9 0ET DH9 0EU DH9 0EW DH9 0EX DH9 0EY DH9 0EZ DH9 0HA DH9 0HB DH9 0HD DH9 0HE DH9 0HF DH9 0HG DH9 0HH DH9 0HJ DH9 0HL DH9 0HN DH9 0HQ