Picktree Cottages East is in Chester Le Street and in Chester-Le-Street district. DH3 3RR is located in the Chester-le-Street East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Picktree Cottages East, Chester Le Street, DH3 3RR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH3 3RP, DH3 3SE, DH3 3RH, DH3 3SQ, DH3 3QL, DH3 3ST, DH3 3QJ, DH3 3RJ, DH3 3SX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH3 3RR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51.1% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.9% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 28.9% | 32% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 44.5% | -9.2% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.7% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 12.9% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
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 | 47.3% | 45.6% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 33.1% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 16.1% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 3% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 13.3% | 11.4% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 5.2% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.8% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 8.5% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 21.4% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.8% | 36.9% | -1.9% | 33.8% | 3.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 96.7% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 98.2% | 96.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 96.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 63.5% | 46.2% | 17.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Picktree Cottages East was 327.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.2% higher than the Chester-le-Street East average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Picktree Cottages East has the 3rd highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Chester-le-Street East and the 103rd highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 60.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Picktree Cottages East, Chester Le Street, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2024-11-07 | £153,307 |
| 4 Picktree Cottages East, Chester Le Street, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2020-03-20 | £125,830 |
| 5 Picktree Cottages East, Chester Le Street, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,995 | 2011-07-26 | £177,103 |
| 7 Picktree Cottages East, Chester Le Street, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2009-10-01 | £147,978 |
| 7 Picktree Cottages East, Chester Le Street, Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,100 | 2004-03-09 | £181,388 |
DH3 3RR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 5,055 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cestria Primary School Church Chare , DH3 3PZ | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street Ropery Lane , DH3 3PH | - not rated | 880 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School Hilda Park , DH2 2JT | 2out of 4 | 961 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bullion Lane Primary School Bullion Lane , DH2 2DP | 3out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newker Primary School Waldridge Road , DH2 3AA | 3out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park View School Church Chare , DH3 3QA | 3out of 4 | 496 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hermitage Academy Waldridge Lane , DH2 3AD | 1out of 4 | 1,734 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 4,079 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 4,873 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College Biddick Lane , NE38 8AF | 3out of 4 | 4,958 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Chinese Restaurant | 3 Bridge End | 205 yd | |
| Jan's Fillin Station | 6a Front Street | 248 yd | |
| Miss Elephant | 14 North Burns | 293 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | The Arcade, 42 Front Street | 298 yd | |
| Rose Cafe | 23 Front Street | 302 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge | Picktree Lane | 157 yd | |
| Sambuca Chester-le-Street | Albert Square, Low Chare | 221 yd | |
| G W Horners | Front Street | 248 yd | |
| Cestrian Club | 58a Front Street | 338 yd | |
| Market Tavern | South Burns | 400 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge End Takeaway | 8 Bridge End | 220 yd | |
| Pizza Figaro | 7 Bridge End | 220 yd | |
| Lush Desserts | 6a Front Street | 248 yd | |
| Memories of India | 3 Pelaw Bank | 319 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 15 North Burns | 330 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Picktree Lane | 185 yd | |
| Tesco | North Burns | 330 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 17 St Cuthberts Walk | 393 yd | |
| Morrisons | St Cuthberts Walk | 393 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 119 Front Street | 634 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seven Acres Football Pitch (Closed) Park Road Central | grass pitches | 195 yd |
| Burns Green (Closed) Cone Terrace | grass pitches | 270 yd |
| Chester Le Street Leisure Centre CONE TERRACE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 392 yd |
| Park View Community Centre CHURCH CHARE | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 498 yd |
| Park View School (Church Chare) CHURCH CHARE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 498 yd |
| Peak Body Gym FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| Chester Le Street Cricket Club ROPERY LANE | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| St. Cuthberts Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School ROPERY LANE | grass pitches | 855 yd |
| Northlands PARK LAND PARK LAND NORTHLANDS | grass pitches | 1,014 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.