St Ives Gardens is in Leadgate, Consett and in Derwentside district. DH8 7PQ 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 2005-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Ives Gardens, Leadgate, Consett, DH8 7PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH8 7PZ, DH8 7PY, DH8 6EH, DH8 7QN, DH8 6HH, DH8 6EQ, DH8 6FG, DH8 7QB, DH8 7QD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH8 7PQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 52.1% | 47.3% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 47.9% | 52.7% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 41.1% | 36.7% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.4% | 39% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 10.9% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 43.2% | 38.7% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 37.2% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 17.3% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 5.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.9% | 25.9% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 7.5% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 16.2% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 6.8% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 22.9% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 19.5% | -1.2% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.1% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.6% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 94.9% 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% | 94.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 94.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.7% | 76.7% | -6.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 27.2% | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Ives Gardens was 84.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.4% lower than the Delves Lane average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Ives Gardens has the 10th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Delves Lane and the 783rd highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 St Ives Gardens, Consett, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-05-30 | £227,418 |
| 15 St Ives Gardens, Consett, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2024-05-23 | £111,340 |
| 38 St Ives Gardens, Consett, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-02-29 | £275,411 |
| 36 St Ives Gardens, Consett, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2023-09-15 | £105,935 |
| 35 St Ives Gardens, Consett, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2022-12-09 | £187,349 |
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,387 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leadgate Primary School - Split Site Alder Grove and West Street , Leadgate DH8 7RH | 3out of 4 | 414 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Brooms St Ives Road , Leadgate DH8 7SN | 2out of 4 | 484 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Consett Junior School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 3out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Consett Infant School Teasdale Street , DH8 6AF | 3out of 4 | 1,889 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 | 1,924 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,692 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 | 2,515 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 | 1,177 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hassockfield Secure Training Centre Corbridge Road , Medomsley DH8 6QY | - not rated | 2,202 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Delta Independent School Parliament Street , DH8 5DH | - not rated | 2,412 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Community School Greencroft Road End , Annfield Plain DH9 8PR | 2out of 4 | 4,057 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joella's | 24 Watling Street | 214 yd | |
| Little Italy | 1 Durham Road | 226 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leadgate WMC | 33 St Ives Road | 71 yd | |
| Golden Lion | 37 Front Street | 217 yd | |
| Leadgate Bowling Club | Pavilion And Bowling Green, Valley View | 358 yd | |
| Leadgate Cricket & Social Club | Garden Place | 505 yd | |
| The Jolly Drovers | Pont Lane | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Star | 3 Watling Street | 139 yd | |
| Castle Eden Catering Ltd | The Roxy Shop, Watling Street | 189 yd | |
| Archway 1 | 24 Watling Street | 214 yd | |
| Hotway Food Ltd | 35 Front Street | 229 yd | |
| Klers Fish Bar | 20 Front Street | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 34 Front Street | 241 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady & St. Josephs Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School ST. IVES ROAD | grass pitches | 238 yd |
| Eden Park ALDER GROVE | grass pitches | 347 yd |
| Leadgate Junior School ALDER GROVE | grass pitches | 437 yd |
| Cutz & Curves Gymnasium OLD CO-OP BUILDINGS OLD CO-OP BUILDINGS WEST PARADE | health and fitness suite | 524 yd |
| Leadgate Cricket Club Garden Place | grass pitches | 569 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 163 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 165 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.