Keir Hardie Avenue is in Stanley and in Derwentside district. DH9 6LP 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 Keir Hardie Avenue, Stanley, DH9 6LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH9 6LW, DH9 6JU, DH9 6JT, DH9 6PB, DH9 6LS, DH9 6LL, DH9 6JX, DH9 6PF, DH9 6JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH9 6LP has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 48.7% | 50% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.3% | 50% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 34% | 38% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 30.2% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -14.0% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 14% | 14.1% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 13.5% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
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 (37.9%) 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 | 13.1% | 13.6% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -34.8% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 24.3% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -9.3% |
| Fair health | 26.7% | 29.6% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 16.9% |
| Bad health | 26.3% | 24.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 20.3% |
| Very bad health | 6.8% | 8.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 7.1% |
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.
In the area around DH9 6LP this area, 50.8% 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 6.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 60% | 50.8% | -9.2% | 18.2% | 32.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 9.9% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 15.7% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.3% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.7% | 7.9% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -9.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.7% | 6.3% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -27.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 99.6% | 98.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 98.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 47.1% | 76.7% | -29.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 52.4% | 13.5% | 38.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Keir Hardie Avenue was 165.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.7% higher than the Craghead and South Moor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Keir Hardie Avenue has the 6th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Craghead and South Moor and the 340th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 64.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% 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 Keir Hardie Avenue, Stanley, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2014-07-04 | £72,155 |
| 70 Keir Hardie Avenue, Stanley, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £81,250 | 2007-10-19 | £94,383 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DH9 6LP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhill Nursery School Oxhill , DH9 7LR | 3out of 4 | 1,363 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Stanley Infant and Nursery School Tyne Road , South Stanley DH9 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Stanley Junior School Tyne Road , South Stanley DH9 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Moor Hustledown , South Moor DH9 6PH | 2out of 4 | 613 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Burnside Primary School Mendip Terrace , South Stanley DH9 6QP | 3out of 4 | 757 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary, Stanley Front Street , DH9 0NP | - not rated | 971 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 | 885 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanfield School Tanfield Lea Road , DH9 8AY | - not rated | 1,902 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 | 3,977 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephens Centre | St Stephens Church, Holly Hill Gardens East | 251 yd | |
| Sarah's Snax | 2a Holly Hill Gardens | 253 yd | |
| The Green Pelican Coffee House | 8 Clifford Road | 832 yd | |
| Coffee Station North East Ltd | 84 Front Street | 911 yd | |
| Shamrock Smoothies | Unit 13, 110 Front Street | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masons Arms | Orwell Gardens | 703 yd | |
| Stanley Central Club & Institute Ltd | Clifford Road | 832 yd | |
| The Imperial Hotel | 81 Front Street | 950 yd | |
| Stanley Empire Club | 63 Front Street | 983 yd | |
| Spa Hotel | High Street | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate | 10 Holly Hill Gardens | 165 yd | |
| Fast Fry | 1b Holly Hill Gardens | 165 yd | |
| Pizza Master | 3 Holly Hill Gardens | 165 yd | |
| Snax | 8 Tyne Road | 672 yd | |
| Tabbouleh | 1 Tyne Road | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Front Street | 804 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Unit 1, 36-40 Clifford Road | 865 yd | |
| Asda | Front Street | 922 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 32 Front Street | 960 yd | |
| Iceland | Scott Street | 1,068 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. Marys Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School | grass pitches | 659 yd |
| Stanley Community Football Centre TYNE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 790 yd |
| North Durham Academy HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 900 yd |
| Stanley Indoor Bowls Club FRONT STREET | indoor bowls | 932 yd |
| East Stanley School EAST STANLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL EAST STANLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL CHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 968 yd |
| The Louisa Centre FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,032 yd |
| Elite Fitness (Closed) Elite Buildings Elite Buildings Front Street | health and fitness suite | 1,042 yd |
| South Moor Golf Club | golf | 1,081 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 | 22.2% |
| 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 | 55.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 140.18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 140.18 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.6 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.