Durham Road is in Annfield Plain, Stanley and in County Durham district. DH9 7SR is located in the Annfield Plain electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Durham Road, Annfield Plain, Stanley, DH9 7SR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH9 7SS, DH9 7UG, DH9 7YD, DH9 7SP, DH9 7XL, DH9 7UF, DH9 7XH, DH9 7SH, DH9 7ST.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH9 7SR has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 55.5% | 47.9% | -7.6% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 44.5% | 52.1% | 7.6% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 27% | 38.6% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 41.2% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.3% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 14.7% | 4.8% | -9.9% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.6% | 38.7% | 9.1% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 38% | 39.7% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 12% | -4.5% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 9.7% | 7.5% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 6.2% | 2.1% | -4.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 17.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.2% | 23.9% | -14.3% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 12.6% | 2.4% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 19.1% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.7% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 17.8% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.2% | 17.8% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -16.0% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.7% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.8% | 97.9% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 97.9% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.2% | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Durham Road was 112.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.3% lower than the Annfield Plain average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Durham Road has the 22nd highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Annfield Plain and the 578th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leeholme Durham Road, Stanley, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2015-08-28 | £100,013 |
DH9 7SR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,054 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain Junior School Front Street , Annfield Plain DH9 7ST | - not rated | 39 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Annfield Plain Infant School Northgate , Annfield Plain DH9 7UY | - not rated | 225 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catchgate Primary School Blackett Street , DH9 8LX | 3out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenland Community Primary School South Moor Road , South Moor DH9 7EZ | 3out of 4 | 2,278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Dipton North Road , Dipton DH9 9BB | - not rated | 2,681 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanfield School Tanfield Lea Road , DH9 8AY | - not rated | 3,147 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Durham Academy High Street , DH9 0TW | 2out of 4 | 3,583 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Comprehensive School and Sixth Form College, Lanchester Consett Road , Lanchester DH7 0RD | 4out of 4 | 3,586 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 | 1,513 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deli-icious | 17 Front Street | 303 yd | |
| The Cubbyhole Cafe and Mini Soft Play | Field House, West Road | 662 yd | |
| Pond Walk Bistro | The Greenhouse, Amos Drive | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head Hotel | 11 Front Street | 303 yd | |
| New Kyo Constitutional Club & Institute Ltd | 1-3 Croft Terrace | 369 yd | |
| Coach and Horses | 26 West Road | 415 yd | |
| Ye Olde Earl Grey Inn | Kyo Road | 1,021 yd | |
| Annfield Plain Democratic Club | 15 Front Street | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Tasty | 13 West Road | 294 yd | |
| Golden Fry | 19 West Road | 294 yd | |
| Osmany Curry Out | 19 Front Street | 303 yd | |
| Indian Spice | 20b Front Street | 337 yd | |
| Appachi Pizza | 24b Front Street | 337 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Station Road | 218 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain Junior School (Closed) | grass pitches | 286 yd |
| Annfield Plain Park Park Close | grass pitches, tennis courts | 423 yd |
| Morrison Welfare THE VENUE THE VENUE MORRISON ROAD | grass pitches | 585 yd |
| Derwent Park SKIDDAW COURT | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Croft Community School | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| New Kyo Playing Fields JUBILEE TERRACE | grass pitches | 919 yd |
| North Durham Academy (West Campus) (Closed) | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 925 yd |
| Annfield Plain Cricket Club | grass pitches | 972 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.