About Toft Hill

Toft Hill is a small village located in County Durham, England, within the DL14 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Bishop Auckland, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of housing styles that reflect its development over the years. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Local transport links connect Toft Hill to nearby towns and attractions, making it a practical base for exploring the region. The village has a community spirit, with various local events and gatherings that foster connections among residents.

School Ratings in Toft Hill

Toft Hill is served by 41 schools. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Toft Hill

Property prices average £127K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £70K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Toft Hill

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Toft Hill, with 98 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Toft Hill

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Toft Hill is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Toft Hill

Most properties in Toft Hill 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 6,667 sales

Average Price £127K
£500 — £37.02M
Detached £217K 1,212
Semi £126K 1,451
Terraced £70K 3,424
Flat £60K 169

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
4 Secondary
7 Other
Toft Hill Primary School Primary 0.5 miles St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park Primary Good 1.2 miles Ramshaw Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Witton-le-Wear Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Escomb Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2 miles Copeland Road Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.1 miles Evenwood Church of England Primary School Primary 2.2 miles St Helen Auckland Community Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Bishop Auckland College 16 plus Good 2.6 miles St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College Secondary Good 2.7 miles Bishop Barrington Academy Secondary Good 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Toft Hill IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Toft Hill as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,578 Children (0-15) 17%
34,802 Working Age 61%
17,579 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.1% 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 Toft Hill 427 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Toft Hill is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

127 Violence & Sexual Offences
98 Anti-Social Behaviour
59 Shoplifting
45 Criminal Damage & Arson
20 Burglary
19 Public Order
18 Vehicle Crime
16 Other Crime
11 Other Theft
8 Drugs
4 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Durham Bishop Auckland (Villages) 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 4 stations

Bishop Auckland Train Station 3.4 miles
Shildon Train Station 5 miles
Heighington Train Station 7 miles
Newton Aycliffe Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

High Etherley 0.6 miles Phoenix Row 0.9 miles Low Etherley 1.4 miles Woodside 1.4 miles Ramshaw 1.4 miles Witton Park 1.8 miles Evenwood 1.9 miles Morley 2 miles St Helen Auckland 2 miles Witton-le-Wear 2 miles Escomb 2.2 miles West Auckland 2.2 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward West Auckland
Constituency Bishop Auckland
Parish County Durham, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in DL14 30 shown View all streets

A6073 1 A68 19 A688 13 A689 12 Abbey Road 3 Acacia Road 1 Aclet Close 1 Addison Road 5 Adelaide Street 2 Aintree Drive 3 Albion Terrace 2 Alderson Street 1 Aldhun Close 1 Alexandra Terrace 1 Alnwick Close 1 Alpine Terrace 1 Archer Avenue 1 Arnold Street 2 Arran Court 1 Arthur Terrace 1 Ascot Court 1 Ascot Way 1 Ash Green Way 1 Ashcroft Gardens 1 Atherton Terrace 1 Auckland Road 1 Auckland View 1 Auckland Walk 1 B6282 6 B6287 7

Postcodes in DL14 50 shown View all postcodes

DL14 0AA DL14 0AB DL14 0AD DL14 0AF DL14 0AG DL14 0AH DL14 0AJ DL14 0AL DL14 0AN DL14 0AP DL14 0AQ DL14 0AR DL14 0AS DL14 0AT DL14 0AU DL14 0AW DL14 0AX DL14 0AY DL14 0AZ DL14 0BA DL14 0BB DL14 0BD DL14 0BF DL14 0BG DL14 0BH DL14 0BJ DL14 0BL DL14 0BN DL14 0BP DL14 0BQ DL14 0BW DL14 0BX DL14 0BY DL14 0BZ DL14 0DA DL14 0DB DL14 0DE DL14 0DF DL14 0DG DL14 0DH DL14 0DJ DL14 0DL DL14 0DQ DL14 0DR DL14 0DS DL14 0DT DL14 0DU DL14 0DW DL14 0DX DL14 0DY