Watsons Buildings is in Edmondsley, Durham and in Chester-Le-Street district. DH7 6DN is located in the Sacriston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Watsons Buildings, Edmondsley, Durham, DH7 6DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH7 6DW, DH7 6DL, DH7 6DS, DH7 6DT, DH7 6FD, DH7 6HB, DH7 6DX, DH7 6DR, DH7 6DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH7 6DN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.7% | 53.5% | 7.8% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 54.3% | 46.5% | -7.8% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 | 31% | 32.4% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 48.9% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 2.7% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.3% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 37% | 38.5% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 37.8% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 13.5% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 7.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 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 | 25.4% | 22.1% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 8.4% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 16.3% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 20.2% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 24.3% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 6% | 2.7% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| 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 | 98.2% | 99% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 98.6% | 99% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 99% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 55.7% | 46.2% | 9.5% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Watsons Buildings was 59.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.2% higher than the Chester-le-Street South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Watsons Buildings has the 16th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Chester-le-Street South and the 691st lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Watsons Buildings, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2019-05-29 | £70,274 |
| 2 Watsons Buildings, Durham, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £18,000 | 2000-09-29 | £58,979 |
| 1 Watsons Buildings, Durham, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £15,000 | 1998-10-09 | £53,191 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edmondsley Primary School Edmondsley , DH7 6DU | 4out of 4 | 353 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston Front Street , Sacriston DH7 6AB | - not rated | 1,686 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacriston Academy Witton Road , Sacriston DH7 6LQ | 1out of 4 | 2,380 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nettlesworth Primary School Front Street , Nettlesworth DH2 3PF | 3out of 4 | 2,735 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Witton Gilbert Primary School Sacriston Lane , Witton Gilbert DH7 6TF | 3out of 4 | 3,513 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 | 3,527 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Church Chare , DH3 3QA | 3out of 4 | 5,145 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 57.1% |
| 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 | 42.9% |
| Median download speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.