Basic Cottages is in Coxhoe, Durham and in Durham district. DH6 4LF is located in the Coxhoe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of City of Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Basic Cottages, Coxhoe, Durham, DH6 4LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH6 4LE, DH6 4LB, DH6 4HG, DH6 4HQ, DH6 4HJ, DH6 4SB, DH6 4SD, DH6 4HL, DH6 4LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH6 4LF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 54% | 49.8% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 46% | 50.2% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DH6 4LF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.6% | 23.6% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.7% | 65.4% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 21.2% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7.3% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.7% | 55.9% | 0.2% | 48.4% | 7.5% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 30.3% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 11% | 10.8% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around DH6 4LF this area, 8.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.8% | 8.8% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 6.4% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 14.1% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 20.1% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.4% | 45% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 11.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.6% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.2% | 98.3% | 2.1% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 95.2% | 96.3% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 96.6% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 61.7% | 46.2% | 15.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Basic Cottages was 32.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.0% lower than the Coxhoe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Basic Cottages has the 12th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Coxhoe and the 368th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Basic Cottages, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2024-11-08 | £86,183 |
| 2 Basic Cottages, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-04-26 | £93,766 |
| 6 Basic Cottages, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2022-11-01 | £98,455 |
| 2 Basic Cottages, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2019-05-03 | £70,600 |
| 9 Basic Cottages, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £51,000 | 2017-11-10 | £71,731 |
DH6 4LF 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Education | 34 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coxhoe Primary School Cornforth Lane , Coxhoe DH6 4EJ | 4out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowburn Primary School Crowtrees Lane , DH6 5FP | 3out of 4 | 1,991 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Cornforth Primary School High Street , West Cornforth DL17 9HP | 4out of 4 | 2,175 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelloe Primary School Front Street , DH6 4PG | 3out of 4 | 2,505 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cassop Primary School Cassop , DH6 4RA | 4out of 4 | 2,877 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 3out of 4 | 4,815 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gem Cafe | Commercial Road West | 165 yd | |
| Seventeen / The Ginger Dog | 17 Church Street | 472 yd | |
| Coxhoe Village Hall | Front Street East | 492 yd | |
| Italian Farmhouse | Clarence Street | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bear and Bottle | 22 Church Street | 338 yd | |
| Coxhoe Club | Blackgate East | 583 yd | |
| The Village Tavern | Blackgate East | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Something Greek Coxhoe | 16 Commercial Road East | 152 yd | |
| New Coxhoe Chinese Takeaway | 11 Church Street | 472 yd | |
| Pizza Roma | 18b Church Street | 472 yd | |
| Albertos | 10a Church Street | 472 yd | |
| Coxhoe Corner Indian Takeaway | 4b Blackgate East | 601 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | Petterson Dale | 428 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beechfield Park FOUNDRY CLOSE | grass pitches | 160 yd |
| Active Life At Coxhoe LINDEN GROVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 594 yd |
| Coxhoe Cricket Club (Closed) Linden Grove | grass pitches | 650 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.