Kensington Way is in Newfield, Chester Le Street and in County Durham district. DH2 2BF is located in the Pelton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 2012-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kensington Way, Newfield, Chester Le Street, DH2 2BF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH2 2FB, DH2 2FE, DH2 2SD, DH2 2FF, DH2 2SN, DH2 2SL, DH2 2FG, DH2 2SZ, DH2 2FD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH2 2BF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 51.3% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 52% | 48.7% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.7% | 33.2% | 11.5% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.4% | 47.5% | -13.9% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 11.2% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 5.8% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34% | 43% | 9.0% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 32.6% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 21% | 14.8% | -6.2% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 6.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 18.8% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 11.2% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 18.3% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 17.4% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 25.9% | -2.6% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 6.1% | 1.8% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.4% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99% | 98.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kensington Way was 48.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.0% lower than the Chester-le-Street North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kensington Way has the 9th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Chester-le-Street North and the 557th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Kensington Way, Chester Le Street, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-12-09 | £208,453 |
| 46 Kensington Way, Chester Le Street, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2023-08-04 | £253,578 |
| 1 Kensington Way, Chester Le Street, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-07-14 | £222,009 |
| 21 Kensington Way, Chester Le Street, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-03-03 | £120,333 |
| 23 Kensington Way, Chester Le Street, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-12-02 | £113,421 |
DH2 2BF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roseberry Primary and Nursery School Pelton Lane , Pelton DH2 1NP | 3out of 4 | 326 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pelton Community Primary School Ouston Lane , Pelton DH2 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Pelton Primary School Twizell Lane , West Pelton DH9 6SQ | 2out of 4 | 1,737 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston St Benet's Way , Ouston DH2 1QX | - not rated | 2,369 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School Hilda Park , DH2 2JT | 2out of 4 | 2,493 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermitage Academy Waldridge Lane , DH2 3AD | 1out of 4 | 2,587 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Church Chare , DH3 3QA | 3out of 4 | 3,700 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 4,834 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Durham Academy High Street , DH9 0TW | 2out of 4 | 4,981 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newfield Inn | Newfield Road | 287 yd | |
| Pelton RAOB Club | Kingsway Villas | 899 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | 22 Front Street | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Newfield Sarnie Shop | 6 Front Street | 171 yd | |
| Hungry Hut | 1a Hares Buildings, Pelton Lane | 423 yd | |
| Pelton Pork Shop | 24 Front Street | 995 yd | |
| Sunflower Chinese Takeaway | 5 Front Street | 1,056 yd | |
| Pizza Uno Pelton | 7 Front Street | 1,056 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roseberry Sports And Community College (Closed) Newfield | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 338 yd |
| Roseberry Playing Fields Pelton Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Roseberry Primary School PELTON LANE | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| Pelton Fell Recreation Ground HAWTHORN TERRACE | grass pitches | 561 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.