Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

SR8 1AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SR8 1AA.

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Population

229

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 38,700 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SR8 1AA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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1/10
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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 48, SR8 1AA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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

SR8 1AA is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.4km from Peterlee in Peterlee. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Peterlee East ward and the Easington constituency.

Within the SR8 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. By day, the area transitions to a low density wholesale and retail character: low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.

Safety: Crime rates are high (166 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for SR8 1AA are sourced from Output Area E00105273 (shared with 163 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 SR8 1AA. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

Crime rates near SR8 1AA are high at 166 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.

Violence and sexual offences161
Anti-social behaviour152
Shoplifting78
Public order41
Criminal damage and arson35

school Local Schools

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St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College

Good808 pupils0.7 km
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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School

Good266 pupils0.7 km
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Seascape Primary School

Good281 pupils0.8 km
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Dene House Primary School

Good280 pupils0.9 km
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Dene Academy

Requires Improvement612 pupils0.9 km
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Endeavour Academy Durham

Good49 pupils1.2 km
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Howletch Lane Primary School

Good400 pupils1.3 km
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Shotton Hall Primary School

Good345 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The White House1.0 km
  • Peterlee Lodge Hotel0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

28 nearby
  • 1Life0.2 km
  • Dicksons0.1 km
  • Sweet Dreams0.2 km
  • Xpress News and Mags Ltd0.1 km
  • Premier - Edenhill Convenience Store0.6 km
  • + 23 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • New Century0.6 km
  • Eden Fish Inn0.6 km
  • AJ's Foods0.2 km
  • China Taste0.6 km
  • Little Eden0.6 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.1 km
  • Chimes Cafe0.2 km
  • Starbucks0.4 km
  • Club 3000 Bingo0.0 km
  • McDonalds0.3 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Aldi1.0 km
  • Asda0.3 km
  • Farmfoods0.2 km
  • Iceland0.2 km
  • Lidl0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Funk-A-Deli0.7 km
  • Peterlee Cricket Club0.7 km
  • The Vibe0.2 km
  • Horden and Peterlee Rugby Football Club1.0 km
  • The Five Quarter0.0 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Seaham8.8 km
  • Hartlepool11.3 km
  • Seaton Carew14.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Manor Way Church0.1 km
  • St Cuthberts Road0.1 km
  • Manor Way Church0.2 km
  • St Cuthberts Road0.2 km
  • Manor Way - Labour Club0.2 km