The Dene is in Consett and in Derwentside district. DH8 6PU is located in the Leadgate and Medomsley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Dene, Consett, DH8 6PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH8 6PZ, DH8 6PY, DH8 6PS, DH8 6PR, DH8 6PX, DH8 6PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH8 6PU is primarily male, with 55.6% of the population 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 | 54.6% | 44.4% | -10.2% | 51.0% | -6.6% |
| Male | 45.4% | 55.6% | 10.2% | 49.0% | 6.6% |
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 | 35.4% | 35% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.9% | 32.7% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 8.5% | 5.5% | -3.0% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 16.5% | 15.7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 10.1% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 (57.8%) 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 | 38% | 29.1% | -8.9% | 48.4% | -19.3% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 28.7% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 23.1% | 7.2% | 12.7% | 10.4% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 12.7% | 3.8% | 4.0% | 8.7% |
| Very bad health | 4.4% | 6.4% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 5.2% |
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.
In the area around DH8 6PU this area, 30.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.5% | 30.6% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 10.6% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 14.8% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.6% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 18.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 15.3% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.6% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.6% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 96.3% | 94.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 3% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 94.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.6% | 76.7% | -16.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 35.5% | 13.5% | 22.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Dene was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Benfieldside average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 The Dene, Consett, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2015-03-31 | £88,385 |
| 64 The Dene, Consett, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2013-05-17 | £59,862 |
| 61 The Dene, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2011-08-23 | £81,838 |
| 58 The Dene, Consett, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £47,000 | 2011-04-06 | £69,005 |
| 54 The Dene, Consett, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £53,750 | 2009-04-03 | £77,346 |
The percentage of student residents living in DH8 6PU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 42 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechdale Nursery School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 4out of 4 | 3,621 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Ian Ramsey CofE Primary School Manor Road , Medomsley DH8 6QN | - not rated | 848 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ebchester CofE Primary School Shaw Lane , Ebchester DH8 0QB | 3out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shotley Bridge Primary School Benfieldside Road , Shotley Bridge DH8 0SQ | 3out of 4 | 2,505 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benfieldside Primary School Moorlands , Blackhill DH8 0JX | 3out of 4 | 3,475 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Consett Junior School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 3out of 4 | 3,603 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consett Academy Ashdale Road , DH8 6LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,476 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derwentside College Front Street , DH8 5EE | - not rated | 4,475 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hassockfield Secure Training Centre Corbridge Road , Medomsley DH8 6QY | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Villa Real School Villa Real Road , DH8 6BH | 3out of 4 | 3,242 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Delta Independent School Parliament Street , DH8 5DH | - not rated | 4,124 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Miners Arms | 41 Manor Road | 739 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | 7 Manor Road | 739 yd | |
| Derwent Walk Inn | Ebchester Hill | 769 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Ian Ramsey Cofe Primary School MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| High Westwood (Closed) High Westwood | grass pitches | 967 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 | 39.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.