Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

PENTLAND CLOSE, SR8 2JZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENTLAND CLOSE, SR8 2JZ.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

35

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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 2JZ 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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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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Area Character

SR8 2JZ is an established family neighbourhood — 53% owner-occupation and an average age of 35 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

SR8 2JZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pentland Close, 0.5km from Shotton in Peterlee. Administratively it sits within Peterlee West ward and the Easington constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SR8 2JZ is 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. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 35) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 29% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £80k, 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 SR8 2JZ are sourced from Output Area E00105398 (shared with 6 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 2JZ. The average age is 35.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 52,100

3 sales · Mean £ 60,366

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

Crime around SR8 2JZ is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences58
Shoplifting45
Anti-social behaviour28
Criminal damage and arson20
Public order7

school Local Schools

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Shotton Hall Primary School

Good345 pupils0.5 km
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Howletch Lane Primary School

Good400 pupils0.5 km
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The Academy at Shotton Hall

Outstanding1168 pupils0.6 km
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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School

Good266 pupils0.9 km
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St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College

Good808 pupils0.9 km
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Endeavour Academy Durham

Good49 pupils1.2 km
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Acre Rigg Academy

Good280 pupils1.5 km
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Acre Rigg Infant School

Good295 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Black Bull0.5 km
  • Peterlee Catholic Club Ltd0.4 km
  • The Royal George0.4 km
  • Hearts of Oak0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Baxter Storey at DXC Technology0.8 km
  • HM Inland Revenue0.8 km
  • ESS0.8 km
  • Bee Happy Play Cafe0.9 km
  • Hudson Catering0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Chilla Pizza and Valentinos0.9 km
  • Nest Fisheries0.4 km
  • China Delight0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Shotton Hall0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Hammer Strength0.8 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Seaham9.2 km
  • Hartlepool12.2 km
  • Seaton Carew14.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Pennine Drive - Brecon Close0.1 km
  • Pennine Drive - Brecon Close0.1 km
  • Pennine Drive - Polden Close0.2 km
  • Pennine Drive - Polden Close0.2 km
  • Technical Academy0.3 km