About Maiden Law

Maiden Law is a village located in County Durham, England, within the DH7 postcode area. It is situated approximately five miles southwest of the city of Durham, offering a peaceful residential environment. The village is primarily composed of residential housing, with a few local amenities available for residents and visitors. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling. Nearby, you can find larger towns and cities that offer more extensive shopping and dining options. Maiden Law serves as a convenient base for those looking to explore the wider region of County Durham, with its mix of urban and rural attractions.

School Ratings in Maiden Law

Maiden Law is served by 50 schools. Langley Moor Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Maiden Law

Property prices average £161K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £97K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Maiden Law

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Maiden Law, with 17 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Maiden Law

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Maiden Law 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 Maiden Law

Most properties in Maiden Law can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across 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

36 Primary
4 Secondary
10 Other
St Bede's Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Lanchester Secondary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Annfield Plain Infant School Primary 1.2 miles Annfield Plain Junior School Primary 1.2 miles Burnhope Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Lanchester Endowed Parochial Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles All Saints' Catholic Primary School, Lanchester Primary 1.3 miles Croft Community School Good 1.5 miles Greenland Community Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Catchgate Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Oxhill Nursery School Nursery 1.8 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor Primary Good 1.9 miles South Stanley Infant and Nursery School Primary 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Maiden Law IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Maiden Law 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
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 Maiden Law 93 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Maiden Law falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

44 Violence & Sexual Offences
17 Anti-Social Behaviour
17 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Public Order
5 Shoplifting
2 Vehicle Crime
2 Other Crime
1 Other Theft
Local Policing
Durham Consett (Lanchester/Rural) 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

Chester-Le-Street Train Station 6.1 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 8.4 miles
Dunston Train Station 8.4 miles
Blaydon Train Station 8.7 miles
Wylam Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Quaking Houses 0.9 miles Burnhope 0.9 miles Ornsby Hill 0.9 miles Annfield Plain 1.2 miles New Kyo 1.2 miles South Moor 1.4 miles Greencroft 1.4 miles Lanchester 1.4 miles East Kyo 1.9 miles West Kyo 1.9 miles Oxhill 2 miles Catchgate 2 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