Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

CLARA STREET, SR7 0BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLARA STREET, SR7 0BU.

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Population

278

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 33,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SR7 0BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SR7 0BU's 70% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 2.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SR7 0BU is a safe, established residential area on Clara Street, 0.6km from Northlea in Seaham. Administratively it sits within Seaham ward and the Easington constituency.

For families considering a move, SR7 0BU represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £100k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 2.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SR7 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00105453 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR7 0BU. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 115,000

3 sales · Mean £ 103,333

Flat

£ 55,000

1 sales · Mean £ 55,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SR7 0BU has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences57
Criminal damage and arson50
Anti-social behaviour25
Other theft12
Other crime8

school Local Schools

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Seaham High School

Good1137 pupils0.6 km
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Seaview Primary School

Good313 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School, Seaham

Good0.7 km
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Seaham Trinity Primary School

Good424 pupils0.9 km
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St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Seaham

Good207 pupils1.0 km
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New Seaham Academy

Good247 pupils1.1 km
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Westlea Primary School

Good264 pupils1.2 km
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Ropery Walk Primary School

Good256 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Costcutter / High Colliery Post Office0.9 km
  • Carricks0.4 km
  • Premier - Niru Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Eastlea Stores0.8 km
  • Kestrel Convenience Store0.6 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Grill n Go0.3 km
  • TJ's Fish Shop0.1 km
  • Ambleside Fisheries1.0 km
  • La Vera Pizza0.8 km
  • Perfect Fry0.9 km
  • + 9 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Seaham Harbour Cricket Club0.4 km
  • Seaham Red Star Football Club0.9 km
  • The Knack Sports and Social Club0.8 km
  • Deneside Workmens Club0.6 km
  • Island Social Club0.3 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Palm Courtyard Cafe0.9 km
  • The Ranch0.9 km
  • Paws for 51.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Seaham0.8 km
  • Sunderland7.7 km
  • St Peters8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Station Crescent0.1 km
  • Station Crescent0.1 km
  • Station Crescent0.1 km
  • Station Crescent0.1 km
  • Duke Street0.1 km