Hastings Close is in Sherburn Hill, Durham and in County Durham district. DH6 1QP is located in the Sherburn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of City of Durham. This postcode has been in use since 2018-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hastings Close, Sherburn Hill, Durham, DH6 1QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH6 1HH, DH6 1HJ, DH6 1HL, DH6 1HQ, DH6 1HG, DH6 1HN, DH6 1PR, DH6 1QR, DH6 1PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH6 1QP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 53% | 47.4% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 47% | 52.6% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 DH6 1QP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.6% 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 | 38.6% | 52.6% | 14.0% | 37.9% | 14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 27.9% | -8.9% | 44.2% | -16.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 14% | 12.4% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 6% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 36.7% | 42.7% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 34.4% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 15.6% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 5.3% | -3.5% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 37.4% | 23.1% | -14.3% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 8% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 14.3% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4.4% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 19.9% | 14.1% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 28.7% | 14.7% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.6% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 99% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 97.7% | 94% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 5% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 94% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52% | 37.2% | 14.8% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hastings Close was 106.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.9% higher than the Sherburn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hastings Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Sherburn and the 617th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 39.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hastings Close, Durham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-10-25 | £214,427 |
| 6 Hastings Close, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-04-24 | £129,465 |
| 26 Hastings Close, Durham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-11-10 | £258,590 |
| 2 Hastings Close, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £165,550 | 2022-10-17 | £177,340 |
| 11 Hastings Close, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-07-29 | £141,107 |
DH6 1QP 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hetton Lyons Nursery School Four Lane Ends , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 0AH | 3out of 4 | 5,461 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherburn Primary School Cookshold Lane , Sherburn Village DH6 1DU | 3out of 4 | 1,176 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pittington Primary School Hallgarth Lane , Pittington DH6 1AF | 3out of 4 | 1,924 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont Thorndale Road , DH1 2AQ | - not rated | 2,727 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School Scardale Way , Belmont DH1 2TX | 3out of 4 | 2,814 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School Buckinghamshire Road , Belmont DH1 2QP | 2out of 4 | 3,166 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Community School Buckinghamshire Road , Belmont DH1 2QP | 3out of 4 | 3,269 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elemore Hall School Pittington , DH6 1QD | 3out of 4 | 2,948 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | Front Street | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aroma Pizza Grill | 9 Front Street | 360 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.