| Council | County Durham |
| Crime Rate | ✓average |
| Vibe | 🌳 Parklife |
| Demographics | 😔 High Unemployment |
£106,500
£214,229
£88,000
£109,217
£85,130
Is New Shildon a nice place to live?
New Shildon is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area.
How safe is New Shildon?
New Shildon has an average crime rate of 168.8 crimes per 1,000 people, similar to most areas. Crime hotspots have been reported near Walter Street and Sports/Recreation Area, as reported by Durham Constabulary.
What are the best schools in New Shildon?
New Shildon has 9 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding school is Thornhill Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Heighington Church of England Primary School and Timothy Hackworth Primary School.
What are the demographics of New Shildon?
The majority of residents in New Shildon identify as White (British) (96%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (96%). The most common religion is Christian (52%).