Southfields is in Stanley and in Derwentside district. DH9 7PQ is located in the Craghead and South Moor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southfields, Stanley, DH9 7PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH9 7PG, DH9 7PF, DH9 7BU, DH9 7PL, DH9 7AT, DH9 7AU, DH9 7PE, DH9 7PN, DH9 7AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH9 7PQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% 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 | 54.2% | 54.8% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 45.8% | 45.2% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
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 | 28.9% | 37.6% | 8.7% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 37.6% | -8.2% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 14.6% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 8.4% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 (69.1%) 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 | 30.9% | 29.8% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -18.6% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 39.3% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 20.6% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 7.9% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 8.1% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 7PQ this area, 36% 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 12%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.9% | 36% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 17.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 7.6% | -7.5% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 16.9% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 9.3% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 16.4% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.4% | 12% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -21.8% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.6% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 100% | 97.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 97.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.1% | 76.7% | -11.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 33.5% | 13.5% | 20.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southfields was 92.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.5% lower than the Annfield Plain average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Southfields has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Annfield Plain and the 719th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Southfields, Stanley, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,950 | 2025-01-03 | £114,378 |
| 42 Southfields, Stanley, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2023-05-23 | £109,080 |
| 43 Southfields, Stanley, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-10-14 | £123,785 |
| 37 Southfields, Stanley, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2021-12-20 | £101,137 |
| 48 Southfields, Stanley, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2021-06-21 | £90,916 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DH9 7PQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhill Nursery School Oxhill , DH9 7LR | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenland Community Primary School South Moor Road , South Moor DH9 7EZ | 3out of 4 | 499 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Stanley Junior School Tyne Road , South Stanley DH9 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 541 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 | 585 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Stanley Infant and Nursery School Tyne Road , South Stanley DH9 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 603 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bloemfontein Primary School The Middles , Craghead DH9 6AG | 3out of 4 | 1,341 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,686 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanfield School Tanfield Lea Road , DH9 8AY | - not rated | 2,130 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Comprehensive School and Sixth Form College, Lanchester Consett Road , Lanchester DH7 0RD | 4out of 4 | 4,875 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,254 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| U Ciabot | 72 Park Road | 690 yd | |
| Sarah's Snax | 2a Holly Hill Gardens | 801 yd | |
| Brenda's Cafe | 96j Front Street | 911 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Asda Stores Ltd, Front Street | 998 yd | |
| Stanley Civic Hall & Alun Armstrong Theatre | Civic Hall, Front Street | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masons Arms | Orwell Gardens | 354 yd | |
| South Moor Sports and Community Club | 1a Third Street | 817 yd | |
| Oxhill Central WMC & Institute | 1 Eden Terrace | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Kitchen SM Ltd | 230 Park Road | 231 yd | |
| Royal Chef | 208 Park Road | 315 yd | |
| South Moor Fish & Chips | 206 Park Road | 356 yd | |
| Pizza Master | 3 Holly Hill Gardens | 888 yd | |
| Golden Gate | 10 Holly Hill Gardens | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Front Street | 998 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenland Community Primary School SOUTH MOOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 319 yd |
| Park Fields Complex (Closed) | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| St. Marys Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| Stanley Community Football Centre TYNE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 503 yd |
| South Moor Sports Club Fourth Street | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Stanley Indoor Bowls Club FRONT STREET | indoor bowls | 974 yd |
| South Moor Golf Club | golf | 1,016 yd |
| The Louisa Centre FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,084 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 | 41.7% |
| 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 | 58.3% |
| Median download speed | 25.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 30.17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 30.17 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 5.01 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.