SR8 1BZ is a sought-after residential area on Rose Court, 0.7km from Shotton in Peterlee. Administratively it sits within Passfield ward and the Easington constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SR8, SR8 1BZ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SR8 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00105435 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ROSE COURT, SR8 1BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROSE COURT, SR8 1BZ.
318
51
£ 38,700 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR8 1BZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SR8 1BZ combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£190k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR8 1BZ. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
Detached
£ 195,725
2 sales · Mean £ 195,725
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SR8 1BZ has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Academy at Shotton Hall
Shotton Hall Primary School
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School
St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College
Howletch Lane Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Black Bull0.8 km
- Castle Eden Golf Club0.9 km
- Luciano Bar & Bistro0.8 km
- The Royal George0.9 km
- Hearts of Oak0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Grill n Chill Peterlee0.8 km
- Maximo's Restaurant0.9 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Nisa Local0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Shotton Hall0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seaham10.2 km
- Hartlepool11.5 km
- Seaton Carew13.9 km
Bus Stops
- Durham Way - Barnard Wynd0.1 km
- Durham Way - Barnard Wynd0.1 km
- Brancepeth Close0.3 km
- Brancepeth Close0.3 km
- Brancepeth Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SR81BZ · Data under Open Government Licence