Chester Road is in Stanley and in County Durham district. DH9 0XD is located in the Stanley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chester Road, Stanley, DH9 0XD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH9 0PT, DH9 0PS, DH9 0PW, DH9 0PX, DH9 0PU, DH9 6TX, DH9 0PN, DH9 0DF, DH9 0DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH9 0XD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.6% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.4% | 1.5% | 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 | 20.7% | 28.1% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 42.2% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 13.1% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 21.6% | 13.1% | -8.5% | 6.1% | 7.0% |
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 (59.2%) 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 | 29.7% | 30.8% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -17.6% |
| Good health | 24.7% | 28.4% | 3.7% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 22.3% | 23.2% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 10.5% |
| Bad health | 18.8% | 13.8% | -5.0% | 4.0% | 9.8% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 3.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 DH9 0XD this area, 35.1% 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 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.3% | 35.1% | -15.2% | 18.2% | 16.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.9% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8% | 13.2% | 5.2% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.5% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 15.9% | 8.5% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 16.2% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| White | 100% | 96.2% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.1% | 97.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 61.2% | 46.2% | 15.0% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chester Road was 132.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.7% higher than the Stanley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chester Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Stanley and the 468th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Road Service Station Chester Road, Stanley, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £1,750,000 | 2017-09-15 | £2,053,819 |
DH9 0XD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in DH9 0XD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 153 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhill Nursery School Oxhill , DH9 7LR | 3out of 4 | 1,678 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Stanley School Chester Road , East Stanley DH9 0TN | - not rated | 389 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary, Stanley Front Street , DH9 0NP | - not rated | 530 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shield Row Primary School King Edward VIII Terrace , Shield Row DH9 0HQ | 3out of 4 | 757 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Burnside Primary School Mendip Terrace , South Stanley DH9 6QP | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Stanley Infant and Nursery School Tyne Road , South Stanley DH9 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,232 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Durham Academy High Street , DH9 0TW | 2out of 4 | 150 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanfield School Tanfield Lea Road , DH9 8AY | - not rated | 1,361 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croft Community School Greencroft Road End , Annfield Plain DH9 8PR | 2out of 4 | 4,161 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 White Room | 15 Station Road | 656 yd | |
| PACT House | 39 Front Street | 721 yd | |
| Huggamugs Coffee Shop | 12 Front Street | 741 yd | |
| The Green Pelican Coffee House | 8 Clifford Road | 797 yd | |
| Coffee Station North East Ltd | 84 Front Street | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Stanley Workingmens Club | Chester Road | 2 yd | |
| Stanley Indoor Bowls Centre | Front Street | 97 yd | |
| Spa Hotel | High Street | 305 yd | |
| Beamish and East Stanley Sports Club | Bourne Court | 444 yd | |
| The Hilltop | East Street | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bamboo House | 7 High Street | 305 yd | |
| Classic Pizza | 6 High Street | 305 yd | |
| The Fish Inn | 5 High Street | 305 yd | |
| The Sandwich Bar | 20 Masefield Close | 635 yd | |
| Shield Row Chippy | 13 North Thorn | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 32 Front Street | 777 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Unit 1, 36-40 Clifford Road | 795 yd | |
| Aldi | Front Street | 826 yd | |
| Iceland | Scott Street | 1,006 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Stanley School EAST STANLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL EAST STANLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL CHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 188 yd |
| North Durham Academy HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 204 yd |
| Beamish & East Stanley Sports Club BOURNE COURT | grass pitches | 331 yd |
| Elite Fitness (Closed) Elite Buildings Elite Buildings Front Street | health and fitness suite | 641 yd |
| Oakey Park Sunny Terrace | grass pitches | 821 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.