Coundon is a village in County Durham, England, with a heritage linked to mining and a population of 2,611 in 2001 that grew to 7,139 in 2011.
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Coundon is an old mining village and former civil parish in the County Durham district, in the ceremonial county of Durham, England. The Boldon Book mentions a mine in Coundon in the twelfth century. In 2001 it had a population of 2,611. In 2011 the ward had a population of 7,139. The village’s history is tied to coal mining, reflected in the historical references and the development of the local community over the centuries. Today, Coundon remains a distinct locality within the Bishop Auckland postal district, offering a sense of continuity and a connection to its industrial past. Residents benefit from the village’s established character and its place within the wider County Durham region. The population figures suggest a modestly sized community that has experienced growth over the past decade, indicating a stable and evolving settlement.