| Council | County Durham |
| Crime Rate | ✓average |
| Demographics | 😔 High Unemployment |
£113,845
£211,381
£28,250
£128,529
£74,158
Is Bishop Auckland a nice place to live?
Bishop Auckland is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area.
How safe is Bishop Auckland?
Bishop Auckland has an average crime rate of 192.2 crimes per 1,000 people, similar to most areas. Crime hotspots have been reported near Parking Area and Shopping Area, as reported by Durham Constabulary.
What are the best schools in Bishop Auckland?
Bishop Auckland has 17 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are Toft Hill Primary School and Thornhill Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Escomb Primary School and Etherley Lane Primary School. Note: 2 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Bishop Auckland?
The majority of residents in Bishop Auckland identify as White (British) (95%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (96%). The most common religion is Christian (58%).