SR8 3DT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Shakespeare Terrace, 0.5km from Easington in Easington (County Durham). Administratively it sits within Easington ward and the Easington constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SR8 3DT is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 55) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £126k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SR8 3DT are sourced from Output Area E00105314 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHAKESPEARE TERRACE, SR8 3DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHAKESPEARE TERRACE, SR8 3DT.
209
55
£ 35,000 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR8 3DT 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
SR8 3DT has a significant social housing presence — 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR8 3DT. The average age is 54.9. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 126,997
2 sales · Mean £ 126,997
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SR8 3DT has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Easington Colliery Primary School
Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Easington Academy
Hope Wood Academy
Easington CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Go Local Extra / Cornerstone Convenience0.6 km
- Easy Tan0.4 km
- Jupiter Health Club0.4 km
- Premier - Easington Village Convenience Store0.6 km
- The Crescent Mini Market0.5 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Manor House B&B0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Easington Colliery WMC and Institute0.6 km
- Southside Social Club0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Rainbow Chinese Take Away0.8 km
- Village Fish Bar0.6 km
- The Spud Hut0.4 km
- The Little Food Fairy0.6 km
- Harry's Fish and Chips0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Healthworks0.5 km
- Seaside Taverna0.5 km
- The Village Pantry0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seaham5.5 km
- Sunderland13.5 km
- St Peters14.0 km
Bus Stops
- Shakespeare Terrace0.1 km
- Shakespeare Terrace0.1 km
- Lee Terrace0.2 km
- Working Mens Club0.2 km
- Lee Terrace0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SR83DT · Data under Open Government Licence