Front Street is in Leadgate, Consett and in Derwentside district. DH8 7SA 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 Front Street, Leadgate, Consett, DH8 7SA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH8 7SF, DH8 7SG, DH8 6DJ, DH8 7PT, DH8 6DZ, DH8 7PN, DH8 7PX, DH8 6DY, DH8 6DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH8 7SA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 51.5% | 53.2% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 48.5% | 46.8% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DH8 7SA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.1% | 44.2% | 13.1% | 37.9% | 6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.1% | 32.9% | -9.2% | 44.2% | -11.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 6.7% | 1.3% | -5.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 13.4% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 7.8% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 (69.4%) 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 | 37.5% | 40.3% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 29.1% | 2.2% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 23.9% | 23.7% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 11.0% |
| Bad health | 11% | 5.8% | -5.2% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.6% | 26.1% | -12.5% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 10.7% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 13.2% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 8.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19.7% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 20.5% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.7% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.7% | 94.6% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 96.7% | 92.1% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 5.4% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 92.1% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 26.4% | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Front Street was 214.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.6% higher than the Delves Lane average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Front Street has the highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Delves Lane and the 225th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 15 Front Street, Consett, County Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £25,500 | 2023-07-11 | £27,275 |
| Flat 3 15 Front Street, Consett, County Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2022-06-14 | £26,324 |
| Flat 4 15 Front Street, Consett, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £26,000 | 2022-04-26 | £27,839 |
| Flat 2 15 Front Street, Consett, Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £67,950 | 2005-12-19 | £67,352 |
| 25 Front Street, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2005-10-12 | £78,813 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechdale Nursery School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 4out of 4 | 1,004 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 | 391 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 | 860 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Consett Junior School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 3out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Consett Infant School Teasdale Street , DH8 6AF | 3out of 4 | 1,509 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 | 1,542 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 | 1,314 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 | 2,142 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 | 813 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Delta Independent School Parliament Street , DH8 5DH | - not rated | 2,030 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hassockfield Secure Training Centre Corbridge Road , Medomsley DH8 6QY | - not rated | 2,099 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Community School Greencroft Road End , Annfield Plain DH9 8PR | 2out of 4 | 4,437 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 | 229 yd | |
| Little Italy | 1 Durham Road | 355 yd | |
| Jumbo Jungle | Unit 40 Number One Industrial Estate | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leadgate Bowling Club | Pavilion And Bowling Green, Valley View | 156 yd | |
| Leadgate Cricket & Social Club | Garden Place | 169 yd | |
| Golden Lion | 37 Front Street | 174 yd | |
| Leadgate WMC | 33 St Ives Road | 389 yd | |
| The Jolly Drovers | Pont Lane | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klers Fish Bar | 20 Front Street | 7 yd | |
| Chance | 25 Front Street | 7 yd | |
| Hotway Food Ltd | 35 Front Street | 161 yd | |
| The Deli Counter | Unit 2, Old Co-Op Buildings, West Parade | 209 yd | |
| Castle Eden Catering Ltd | The Roxy Shop, Watling Street | 224 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 34 Front Street | 148 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cutz & Curves Gymnasium OLD CO-OP BUILDINGS OLD CO-OP BUILDINGS WEST PARADE | health and fitness suite | 142 yd |
| Leadgate Cricket Club Garden Place | grass pitches | 211 yd |
| Eden Park ALDER GROVE | grass pitches | 271 yd |
| Leadgate Junior School ALDER GROVE | grass pitches | 316 yd |
| Our Lady & St. Josephs Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School ST. IVES ROAD | grass pitches | 618 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 73.9% |
| 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 | 66.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.