First Street is in Crookhall, Consett and in Derwentside district. DH8 7LX is located in the Delves Lane 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 First Street, Crookhall, Consett, DH8 7LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH8 7LZ, DH8 7LU, DH8 7NA, DH8 7LT, DH8 7NB, DH8 7NE, DH8 7LS, DH8 7QF, DH8 7LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH8 7LX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.8% | 50.4% | 3.6% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 53.2% | 49.6% | -3.6% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 31% | 33.2% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 42.4% | -7.4% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 10.1% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 10.1% | 3.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36% | 35.9% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -12.5% |
| Good health | 36% | 35.9% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 19.6% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
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 14.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.7% | 21.3% | -14.4% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 13.3% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 18.3% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 9.2% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 18.8% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 14.2% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -19.6% |
| Other | 3.5% | 5% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 98.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 95.3% | 95.3% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 4.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 95.3% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 23.3% | 13.5% | 9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 58.9% | 46.2% | 12.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around First Street was 10.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.4% lower than the Delves Lane average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
First Street has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Delves Lane and the 60th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% 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 First Street, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2023-08-04 | £93,642 |
| 7 First Street, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2021-04-21 | £118,120 |
| 13 First Street, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2019-11-01 | £117,447 |
| 7 First Street, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2011-06-03 | £102,200 |
| 2 First Street, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2010-11-16 | £40,730 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DH8 7LX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechdale Nursery School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 4out of 4 | 749 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consett Junior School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Consett Infant School Teasdale Street , DH8 6AF | 3out of 4 | 792 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Consett Stanley Street , DH8 6LN | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Delves Lane Primary School Delves Lane , DH8 7ES | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leadgate Primary School - Split Site Alder Grove and West Street , Leadgate DH8 7RH | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,049 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 | 1,129 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Real School Villa Real Road , DH8 6BH | 3out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Delta Independent School Parliament Street , DH8 5DH | - not rated | 1,220 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hassockfield Secure Training Centre Corbridge Road , Medomsley DH8 6QY | - not rated | 2,896 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Community School Greencroft Road End , Annfield Plain DH9 8PR | 2out of 4 | 5,405 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub | 1 Sherburn Terrace | 741 yd | |
| The Salvation Army | Sherburn Terrace | 742 yd | |
| Oasis Cafe | Citizens House, Station Road | 800 yd | |
| Calamitys | 2 Station Road | 813 yd | |
| Granny B's | 3-6 Station Road | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consett AFC Ltd | Belle View Stadium, Delves Lane | 443 yd | |
| The Grey Horse | 115 Sherburn Terrace | 640 yd | |
| Travellers Rest | Forster Street | 652 yd | |
| Consett Station Club | 18 East Parade | 757 yd | |
| Black Horse | 68 Front Street | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steel Town Pizza | 48 Old Hall Road | 503 yd | |
| Burger.Eat.Shake.Repeat! | 48 Old Hall Road | 503 yd | |
| Hong Kong Diner | 23 Seymour Street | 832 yd | |
| Consett Pizza | 66 Front Street | 862 yd | |
| Souvlaki Bar | 52-54 Front Street | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Delves Lane | 620 yd | |
| Iceland | The Victoria Centre, Medomsley Road | 930 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 5-7 Middle Street | 1,055 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Stadium (Consett Afc) BELLE VIEW STADIUM BELLE VIEW STADIUM DELVES LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 442 yd |
| Consett Junior School CONSETT JUNIOR SCHOOL CONSETT JUNIOR SCHOOL BEECHDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Peak Physique (Closed) Taylor Street | health and fitness suite | 903 yd |
| Bellevue Swim Centre (Closed) Sherburn Park | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 930 yd |
| Belle Vue Leisure Centre (Consett) (Closed) Ashdale Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts | 993 yd |
| Delves Lane Primary School DELVES LANE | grass pitches | 997 yd |
| St. Patricks Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School STANLEY STREET | grass pitches | 1,023 yd |
| Belle Vue Park (Closed) Ashdale Road | grass pitches | 1,030 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% |
| Median download speed | 77.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.