About Murton

Murton is a village located in County Durham, England, within the postcode area SR7. It is situated close to the larger town of Seaham and is part of the East Durham area. The village has a mix of residential housing and local amenities, making it a practical location for residents. The community in Murton is supported by various facilities, including shops, schools, and parks. The village is also near the coastline, providing easy access to seaside activities. Murton has a local football club, which is a focal point for sports enthusiasts in the area. Overall, it serves as a convenient place for both living and leisure in the Durham region.

School Ratings in Murton

Families in Murton have access to 83 local schools. Seaham Harbour Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Murton

Homes sell for an average of £182K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £88K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Murton

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Murton, with 50 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Murton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Murton around the national average for deprivation. 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 Murton

Murton 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 4,441 sales

Average Price £182K
£240 — £18.4M
Detached £265K 763
Semi £124K 1,286
Terraced £88K 2,048
Flat £73K 154

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

51 Primary
9 Secondary
23 Other
Ribbon School Primary Good 0.1 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Murton Primary Good 0.4 miles Westlea Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Seaview Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Seaham Primary 1.7 miles Seaham High School Secondary Good 1.7 miles New Seaham Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles South Hetton Primary Primary Good 1.8 miles Easington Lane Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Seaham Trinity Primary School Primary 2.1 miles St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Ropery Walk Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Murton IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Murton are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
6,416 Children (0-15) 18%
21,993 Working Age 62%
9,874 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.3% 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 Murton 305 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Murton are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

96 Violence & Sexual Offences
50 Criminal Damage & Arson
46 Anti-Social Behaviour
45 Shoplifting
17 Vehicle Crime
15 Other Theft
11 Public Order
9 Other Crime
7 Drugs
5 Burglary
2 Theft from Person
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Durham Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) 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 2 stations

Sunderland Train Station 5.8 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Greenhill 0 yards Dalton-le-Dale 0.6 miles Cold Hesledon 0.6 miles Seaton 1.2 miles Deneside 1.4 miles West Lea 1.4 miles South Hetton 1.8 miles Seaham 1.8 miles Hawthorn 1.8 miles Lyons 2 miles Easington Lane 2 miles Great Eppleton 2 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward Seaham
Constituency Easington
Parish Seaham
Region North East

Streets in SR7 30 shown View all streets

A182 4 A19 4 Adelaide Row 4 Admiralty Way 2 Adolphus Street West 1 Aged Miners Homes 1 Akon Street 1 Albert Street 1 Aldeburgh Way 1 Alder Grove 1 Alexandrina Street 3 Alfred Street 1 Alfred Street East 1 Aline Street 1 Alnmouth Way 1 Ambleside Avenue 2 Antrim Gardens 1 Ash Crescent 4 Ash Terrace 3 Aspen Grove 1 Avoncroft Close 1 B1285 18 B1404 2 Back North Railway Street 4 Back North Terrace 1 Back South Railway Street 3 Bamburgh Drive 1 Barnes Road 4 Bath Terrace 1 Beadnell Drive 1

Postcodes in SR7 50 shown View all postcodes

SR7 0AA SR7 0AD SR7 0AE SR7 0AF SR7 0AG SR7 0AH SR7 0AJ SR7 0AL SR7 0AN SR7 0AP SR7 0AQ SR7 0AR SR7 0AS SR7 0AU SR7 0AW SR7 0AX SR7 0AY SR7 0AZ SR7 0BA SR7 0BB SR7 0BD SR7 0BE SR7 0BF SR7 0BG SR7 0BH SR7 0BL SR7 0BN SR7 0BP SR7 0BQ SR7 0BS SR7 0BT SR7 0BU SR7 0BW SR7 0BX SR7 0BY SR7 0BZ SR7 0DA SR7 0DB SR7 0DE SR7 0DG SR7 0DH SR7 0DJ SR7 0DL SR7 0DN SR7 0DP SR7 0DQ SR7 0DR SR7 0DS SR7 0DT SR7 0DU