| Council | County Durham |
| Crime Rate | Above Average for a North East village 44% below the national average. |
| Vibe | 😴 Sleepy |
| Demographics | 🌻 Retirees |
The average house price in Windlestone is £135,000, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Windlestone house price trends over the last 30 years.
£135,000
£230,000
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£80,184
Is Windlestone a nice place to live?
Yes, Windlestone is an excellent place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of A. This means it is among the top places to live in North East. It particularly appeals to retirees. Expect a relaxed, countryside way of life away from the hustle and bustle.
How safe is Windlestone?
Windlestone has an above average crime rate for a North East village, with around 42 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 44% below the national average, and 55% below the Durham average. The rate is adjusted for visitor and workday population. The comparison is stabilised for a small population. Most incidents are concentrated around a single location.
What are the best schools in Windlestone?
Windlestone has 4 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are Kirk Merrington Primary School and Sugar Hill Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Ferryhill School and Whitworth Park Academy. Note: 1 school is currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Windlestone?
The majority of residents in Windlestone identify as White (British) (96%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (97%). The most common religion is Christian (65%).