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About Durn
Durn is a small village located in Greater Manchester, England, within the OL15 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, offering a quiet atmosphere for its inhabitants. Durn is surrounded by green spaces and fields, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. The local community is close-knit, with various amenities available for residents.
Transport links in Durn are fairly accessible, allowing for easy travel to nearby towns and cities. The village is situated not far from the larger town of Todmorden, where additional shops, restaurants, and services can be found. Durn's location makes it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding areas of West Yorkshire and Lancashire, with plenty of scenic routes for those who enjoy driving or cycling.
School Ratings in Durn
There are 92 schools in and around Durn. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Durn
The average property price is £210K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £155K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Durn
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average.
Deprivation and Employment in Durn
Durn sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Durn
There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Durn, the nearest being The Village Medical Ctr. (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Durn
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Property Prices 2,416 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the OL15 postcode area.
Household Income in Durn ONS 2023
The average total household income in Durn is approximately £45,850 a year before tax, 17% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,376. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,376.
Businesses in Durn ONS 2025
There are approximately 510 active businesses based in Durn, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Durn IMD 2025
Durn sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Durn 2 crimes · May 2026
Durn records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Durn
Of the 6,201 households in and around Durn, 74% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Durn.