Mitchell Street is in Annfield Plain, Stanley and in Derwentside district. DH9 7SX 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 Mitchell Street, Annfield Plain, Stanley, DH9 7SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH9 7SU, DH9 7SW, DH9 8HY, DH9 7ST, DH9 7XL, DH9 7SN, DH9 7SY, DH9 7RS, DH9 7SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH9 7SX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 52% | 48.8% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 48% | 51.2% | 3.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.8% | 37% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.7% | 39.4% | 3.7% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4.8% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 10.1% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 8.7% | -4.5% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 (67.3%) 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 | 36.7% | 31.1% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -17.3% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 36.2% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 22.8% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 10.1% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 7.9% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 7SX this area, 29.5% 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 14%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.3% | 29.5% | -12.8% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 9.7% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 19.8% | 5.5% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 8.7% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 16.4% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.1% | 14% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -19.8% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| White | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 99.1% | 96.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 96.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 32.1% | 13.5% | 18.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mitchell Street was 116.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.0% lower than the Annfield Plain average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Mitchell Street has the 21st highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Annfield Plain and the 558th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Mitchell Street, Stanley, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2025-01-31 | £131,652 |
| 9 Mitchell Street, Stanley, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2024-08-09 | £72,939 |
| 9 Mitchell Street, Stanley, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2024-03-27 | £55,453 |
| 7 Mitchell Street, Stanley, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £63,500 | 2022-06-17 | £72,208 |
| 11 Mitchell Street, Stanley, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £39,950 | 2021-12-17 | £47,534 |
DH9 7SX 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 7SX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhill Nursery School Oxhill , DH9 7LR | 3out of 4 | 2,076 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 | 178 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Annfield Plain Infant School Northgate , Annfield Plain DH9 7UY | - not rated | 290 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catchgate Primary School Blackett Street , DH9 8LX | 3out of 4 | 829 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenland Community Primary School South Moor Road , South Moor DH9 7EZ | 3out of 4 | 2,418 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Dipton North Road , Dipton DH9 9BB | - not rated | 2,478 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 | 3,100 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Durham Academy High Street , DH9 0TW | 2out of 4 | 3,612 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 | 3,728 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 | 1,305 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 | 143 yd | |
| The Cubbyhole Cafe and Mini Soft Play | Field House, West Road | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head Hotel | 11 Front Street | 143 yd | |
| Coach and Horses | 26 West Road | 282 yd | |
| New Kyo Constitutional Club & Institute Ltd | 1-3 Croft Terrace | 442 yd | |
| Ye Olde Earl Grey Inn | Kyo Road | 831 yd | |
| Annfield Plain Democratic Club | 15 Front Street | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osmany Curry Out | 19 Front Street | 143 yd | |
| Indian Spice | 20b Front Street | 182 yd | |
| Appachi Pizza | 24b Front Street | 182 yd | |
| Prime Pizza | 8 Front Street | 182 yd | |
| Golden Fry | 19 West Road | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Station Road | 246 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain Junior School (Closed) | grass pitches | 118 yd |
| Annfield Plain Park Park Close | grass pitches, tennis courts | 520 yd |
| Derwent Park SKIDDAW COURT | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Morrison Welfare THE VENUE THE VENUE MORRISON ROAD | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Croft Community School | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| North Durham Academy (West Campus) (Closed) | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Annfield Plain Cricket Club | grass pitches | 876 yd |
| Catchgate Primary School BLACKETT STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 931 yd |
| New Kyo Playing Fields JUBILEE TERRACE | grass pitches | 986 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.92 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.92 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.