Crap Towns / Durham / Banks
How many banks has Durham lost?
Since 2022, banks have announced 3 branch closures in Durham: 5.9 per 100,000 people, 1.7 times the typical town's 3.4. Barclays, Halifax and Virgin Money shut one each. The latest was announced in 2026. LINK has also assessed 1 cash machine closure here since October 2024.
| Bank | Branches | Listed |
|---|---|---|
| Barclays | 1 | 2023 |
| Halifax | 1 | 2026 |
| Virgin Money | 1 | 2023 |
| Town | Distance | Branch closures per 100,000 people |
|---|---|---|
| Chester-le-Street | 8.1 km | 12.7 |
| Houghton-le-Spring | 8.9 km | 8.0 |
| Durham | – | 5.9 |
| Spennymoor | 8.7 km | 4.9 |
| The typical town | – | 3.4 |