About West Auckland

West Auckland is a village located in County Durham, England, within the DL14 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles south of the town of Bishop Auckland and is part of the larger unitary authority of County Durham. The village has a mix of residential properties and local amenities, including shops and community facilities. One notable aspect of West Auckland is its association with football, as it is home to West Auckland Town Football Club, which has a significant local following. The village also has several parks and green spaces, providing areas for outdoor activities. Additionally, West Auckland is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding areas of County Durham.

School Ratings in West Auckland

There are 44 schools in and around West Auckland. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in West Auckland

The average property price is £127K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £70K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in West Auckland

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across West Auckland, with 98 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in West Auckland

West Auckland falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in West Auckland

Broadband speeds in West Auckland are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of 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

32 Primary
4 Secondary
8 Other
St Helen Auckland Community Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.4 miles Copeland Road Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Woodhouse Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Bishop Auckland College 16 plus Good 1.4 miles Woodhouse Close Children's Centre Good 1.5 miles St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College Secondary Good 1.5 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Bishop Auckland Primary 1.6 miles Aclet Close Nursery School Nursery Good 1.6 miles Bishop Barrington Academy Secondary Good 1.6 miles St Anne's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Evergreen Primary School Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in West Auckland IMD 2025

West Auckland falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

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 West Auckland 427 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

West Auckland sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

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 (West) 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

Bishop Auckland Train Station 2.4 miles
Shildon Train Station 2.9 miles
Heighington Train Station 4.8 miles
Newton Aycliffe Train Station 5.1 miles
North Road (Darlington) Train Station 9.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

St Helen Auckland 0.6 miles Tindale Crescent 0.9 miles Etherley Dene 1.4 miles Evenwood Gate 1.8 miles High Etherley 1.8 miles Bildershaw 1.8 miles Bishop Auckland 1.8 miles Evenwood 2 miles Low Etherley 2 miles Woodside 2 miles South Church 2.2 miles Toft Hill 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