Thorpe, County Durham | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Thorpe

Thorpe is a small village located in County Durham, England, within the DL12 postcode area. It is situated near the River Tees, offering a scenic backdrop for those who enjoy nature. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities that cater to the needs of its inhabitants.

The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and outdoor activities, making it a suitable spot for those who appreciate rural life. Nearby towns and villages can be easily accessed for additional services and attractions, ensuring that residents and visitors have a variety of options available to them.

School Ratings in Thorpe

Thorpe is served by 10 schools. Montalbo Nursery & Primary School and Teesdale School and Sixth Form are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Thorpe

Property prices average £263K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £340K.

Deprivation and Employment in Thorpe

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Thorpe falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Local Data for Thorpe

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Property Prices 2,008 sales

Average Price £263K

£5K , £3.72M

Detached £340K 635

Semi £198K 474

Terraced £183K 597

Flat £131K 117

Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools

7 Primary

2 Secondary

1 Other

Outstanding 2

Good 1

Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DL12 postcode area.

Barnard Castle School Not applicable 3.4 miles Green Lane Church of England Primary School Primary 3.5 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barnard Castle Primary 3.7 miles Teesdale School and Sixth Form Secondary Outstanding 3.7 miles Montalbo Nursery & Primary School Primary Outstanding 4 miles Ravensworth Church of England Primary School Primary 4.2 miles Staindrop Academy Secondary Good 4.3 miles Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool Primary 4.4 miles Eppleby Forcett Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles

Household Income in Thorpe ONS 2023

The average total household income in Thorpe is approximately £43,915 a year before tax, 21% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,090. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Thorpe £43,915

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,090.

Businesses in Thorpe ONS 2025

There are approximately 837 active businesses based in Thorpe, around 69 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

837 Total businesses

69 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 92%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Thorpe IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Thorpe 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

6/10

Income

8/10

Employment

7/10

Education

7/10

Health

6/10

Housing

3/10

Living Environment

3/10

Children 0-15 14%

Working age 57%

Older 65+ 29%

1,706 Children (0-15) 14%

6,941 Working Age 57%

3,494 Older (65+) 29%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.6% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.8% 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

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Whorlton 0.6 miles Wycliffe 0.9 miles Greta Bridge 1.2 miles Hutton Magna 1.4 miles Smallways 1.4 miles Newsham 1.9 miles Brignall 2 miles Ovington 2 miles Westwick 2.2 miles Barningham 2.2 miles Winston 2.6 miles Little Newsham 2.8 miles

Local Government

District County Durham

County Cumbria

Ward Barnard Castle West

Constituency Bishop Auckland

Parish Eggleston

Region North East

Home Ownership in Thorpe

Of the 5,615 households in and around Thorpe, 68% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 13% Private rented 19%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Thorpe.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thorpe

What is the population of Thorpe?

Thorpe has a population of approximately 12,145 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Thorpe?

The average property in and around Thorpe sold for about £263,138, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 25% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Thorpe a deprived area?

Thorpe sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Thorpe?

Thorpe is covered by the DL12 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Thorpe?

There are 10 schools within easy reach of Thorpe, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Streets in DL12 30 shown View all streets

A66 29 A67 2 A688 6 Abbey Lane 5 Albert Close 1 Alston Road 6 Ashtree Drive 1 B6276 5 B6277 80 B6278 7 B6279 4 B6282 15 Back Lane 2 Bail Hill Road 5 Baliol Street 1 Bartlemere 1 Bede Kirk 1 Bede Road 2 Billy Lane 2 Birch Road 5 Boldron Lane 5 Bouch Way 1 Bowes Road 3 Bowes Way 1 Bridge Street 1 Bridgegate 2 Brignall Lane 2 Briscoe Lane 2 Broadgates 1 Burn Bank Court 2

Postcodes in DL12 50 shown View all postcodes

DL12 0AA DL12 0AB DL12 0AD DL12 0AE DL12 0AF DL12 0AG DL12 0AH DL12 0AJ DL12 0AL DL12 0AN DL12 0AP DL12 0AQ DL12 0AR DL12 0AS DL12 0AT DL12 0AU DL12 0AW DL12 0AX DL12 0AY DL12 0AZ DL12 0BA DL12 0BB DL12 0BD DL12 0BE DL12 0BF DL12 0BG DL12 0BH DL12 0BQ DL12 0DA DL12 0DB DL12 0DE DL12 0DF DL12 0DG DL12 0DH DL12 0DJ DL12 0DL DL12 0DN DL12 0DP DL12 0DQ DL12 0DR DL12 0DS DL12 0DW DL12 0EA DL12 0EB DL12 0ED DL12 0EE DL12 0EF DL12 0EG DL12 0EH DL12 0EJ

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