SR7 0DU is a safe, established residential area on Newark Crescent, 0.2km from Northlea in Seaham. Administratively it sits within Seaham ward and the Easington constituency.
For families considering a move, SR7 0DU represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% 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 £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 25.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SR7 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00105464 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEWARK CRESCENT, SR7 0DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWARK CRESCENT, SR7 0DU.
271
41
£ 39,500 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SR7 0DU spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 25.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR7 0DU. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 121,250
8 sales · Mean £ 118,431
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SR7 0DU has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Seaham High School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Seaham
New Seaham Academy
St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School, Seaham
Seaview Primary School
Westlea Primary School
Seaham Trinity Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Costcutter / High Colliery Post Office0.9 km
- Suri's Store0.8 km
- Carricks0.8 km
- Eastlea Stores0.8 km
- Kestrel Convenience Store0.4 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Seaham Hall Hotel & Spa0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Grill n Go0.3 km
- Oregano0.9 km
- TJ's Fish Shop0.4 km
- Ambleside Fisheries0.7 km
- La Vera Pizza0.8 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Seaham Harbour Cricket Club0.8 km
- Seaham Red Star Football Club0.7 km
- Seaham Park Sports Club0.7 km
- The Knack Sports and Social Club0.8 km
- Deneside Workmens Club0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- North Beach Coffee Bar0.7 km
- The Palm Courtyard Cafe0.7 km
- The Ranch0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seaham1.2 km
- Sunderland7.2 km
- St Peters7.7 km
Bus Stops
- Northlea Road0.1 km
- Northlea Road0.1 km
- Newlands junction0.2 km
- Newlands junction0.2 km
- Burnhall Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SR70DU · Data under Open Government Licence