TS28 5DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Church Street, 0.3km from Station Town in County Durham. Administratively it sits within Blackhalls ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 97 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £76k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for TS28 5DN are sourced from Output Area E00105505 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHURCH STREET, TS28 5DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH STREET, TS28 5DN.
302
45
£ 37,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TS28 5DN 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 45, TS28 5DN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TS28 5DN. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 76,250
5 sales · Mean £ 63,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TS28 5DN is above average at 97 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wingate Primary School
St Marys Catholic Primary School, Wingate
Wellfield School
Wingate Community Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Shah's Off Licence0.6 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Railway Crossings0.6 km
- Wingate Constitutional Club0.5 km
- All Inn Lounge0.6 km
- The Top House0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Da Vinci's0.6 km
- Golden Dragon0.6 km
- Wingate Tandoori0.6 km
- Gills Golden Take Away0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hartlepool11.3 km
- Seaham12.9 km
- Seaton Carew13.2 km
Bus Stops
- Station Hotel0.1 km
- Front Street The Ridges0.1 km
- Front Street The Ridges0.1 km
- Station Lane0.3 km
- Front Street-Hadrian Court0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: TS285DN · Data under Open Government Licence