Cheviot Road is in Chester Le Street and in Chester-Le-Street district. DH2 3AL is located in the Chester-le-Street South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cheviot Road, Chester Le Street, DH2 3AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH2 3EF, DH2 3AX, DH2 3AT, DH2 3AR, DH2 3AZ, DH2 3DN, DH2 3EG, DH2 3DL, DH2 3EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH2 3AL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% | 50.7% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 44.9% | 49.3% | 4.4% | 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.
In the immediate area around DH2 3AL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50% 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 | 30.6% | 50% | 19.4% | 37.9% | 12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.1% | 24.6% | -9.5% | 44.2% | -19.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 18.3% | 14.8% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 5.5% | -6.3% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.2% | 32.7% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -15.7% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 38.1% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 27.2% | 20.1% | -7.1% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 9.4% | 6.8% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.8% | 16.8% | -19.0% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 13% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 20.2% | 5.8% | 13.4% | 6.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 9.7% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 17.6% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 20.6% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.6% | 93.9% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 97.4% | 95.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 94.3% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 76.7% | -5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.3% | 13.5% | 13.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cheviot Road was 126.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 137.3% higher than the Chester-le-Street South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cheviot Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Chester-le-Street South and the 504th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Cheviot Road, Chester Le Street, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2021-12-14 | £147,030 |
| 10 Cheviot Road, Chester Le Street, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2009-05-29 | £146,729 |
| 30 Cheviot Road, Chester Le Street, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2008-07-31 | £138,938 |
| 30 Cheviot Road, Chester Le Street, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £85,950 | 2004-02-06 | £171,741 |
| 54 Cheviot Road, Chester Le Street, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £49,950 | 2002-07-26 | £143,490 |
DH2 3AL 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.
The percentage of student residents living in DH2 3AL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newker Primary School Waldridge Road , DH2 3AA | 3out of 4 | 299 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bullion Lane Primary School Bullion Lane , DH2 2DP | 3out of 4 | 529 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Rose Primary School York Terrace , DH3 3NA | 4out of 4 | 782 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street Ropery Lane , DH3 3PH | - not rated | 978 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cestria Primary School Church Chare , DH3 3PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,027 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 757 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Church Chare , DH3 3QA | 3out of 4 | 1,149 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 5,386 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe @ the Elms | Moorfoot Avenue | 215 yd | |
| Wait Er While | Bullion Hall, South Approach | 556 yd | |
| The Bombay Lounge CLS Ltd | Cookson House, Cookson Terrace | 635 yd | |
| Hollathans | 6-9 Ashfield Terrace | 647 yd | |
| Fabio's | 191 Front Street | 678 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Farm Hotel | Carlingford Road | 204 yd | |
| The Rum Pot | 1-2 Red Rose Terrace | 594 yd | |
| The Whitehills | Waldridge Road | 618 yd | |
| Bar Bianco | First Floor, 191 Front Street | 660 yd | |
| Chesters | 187 Front Street | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruben’s Golden Fry | 5 Carlingford Road | 204 yd | |
| Sunrise Takeaway | 2 Clifford Street | 455 yd | |
| Golden Chippy | 1 Ashfield Terrace | 647 yd | |
| Desserts Delivered Durham | 2 West Lane | 666 yd | |
| Southern Fried Chicken | 183 Front Street | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 7 The Avenue | 641 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 119 Front Street | 812 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 17 St Cuthberts Walk | 1,073 yd | |
| Morrisons | St Cuthberts Walk | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newker Primary School WALDRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 321 yd |
| Bullion Lane Primary School BULLION LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 575 yd |
| Red Rose Primary School YORK TERRACE | grass pitches | 670 yd |
| Peak Body Gym FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite | 710 yd |
| Chester Le Street Cricket Club ROPERY LANE | grass pitches | 734 yd |
| Hermitage Academy WALDRIDGE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 866 yd |
| St. Cuthberts Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School ROPERY LANE | grass pitches | 881 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% |
| Median download speed | 62 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.44 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.44 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.