Coleridge Place is in Pelton Fell, Chester Le Street and in County Durham district. DH2 2PR is located in the Chester-le-Street West Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coleridge Place, Pelton Fell, Chester Le Street, DH2 2PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH2 2PS, DH2 2PT, DH2 2PP, DH2 2BY, DH2 2PF, DH2 2PU, DH2 2PW, DH2 2PX, DH2 2BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH2 2PR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 49.7% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 50.1% | 50.3% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DH2 2PR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.2% | 49.5% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.4% | 30.5% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -13.7% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 3.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 13% | 12.1% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 4.1% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 41.2% | 44.5% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 31.9% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 14.8% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 6.3% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 24.9% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.2% | 11.9% | -11.3% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 16.3% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.7% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 17.1% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 22.4% | 13.4% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.9% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.4% | 96.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 96.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.8% | 37.2% | 19.6% |
| Christian | 36.9% | 46.2% | -9.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coleridge Place was 67.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.8% higher than the Chester-le-Street South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coleridge Place has the 20th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Chester-le-Street South and the 771st lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Coleridge Place, Chester Le Street, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £43,250 | 2015-06-12 | £62,453 |
DH2 2PR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 143 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bullion Lane Primary School Bullion Lane , DH2 2DP | 3out of 4 | 1,718 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roseberry Primary and Nursery School Pelton Lane , Pelton DH2 1NP | 3out of 4 | 1,769 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School Hilda Park , DH2 2JT | 2out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newker Primary School Waldridge Road , DH2 3AA | 3out of 4 | 1,898 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pelton Community Primary School Ouston Lane , Pelton DH2 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Community 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 | 1,212 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Church Chare , DH3 3QA | 3out of 4 | 2,674 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 5,291 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim's Golden Fry | 2 Craghead Road | 411 yd | |
| Dhillons Golden Fry | 45 Gibside | 948 yd | |
| China Diner | Unit 7 Stella Gill Industrial Estate | 985 yd | |
| Clean Eats Cuisine Ltd | Unit 31 Stella Gill Industrial Estate | 997 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitehill Football Ground (Closed) Lingholme | grass pitches | 814 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.