Hampton Close is in Catchgate, Stanley and in Derwentside district. DH9 8UQ is located in the Annfield Plain electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hampton Close, Catchgate, Stanley, DH9 8UQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH9 8LU, DH9 8NW, DH9 8LY, DH9 8ND, DH9 8LH, DH9 8LW, DH9 8NP, DH9 8LJ, DH9 8LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH9 8UQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 50.3% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 46% | 49.7% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DH9 8UQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.4% | 43.7% | 11.3% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.7% | 35% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 8.4% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 9.9% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 37.7% | 36.3% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 36% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 17% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 8.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 2.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 8UQ this area, 34.1% 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 10.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.2% | 34.1% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 15.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 11.9% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 14.2% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.5% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 22.2% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 10.3% | -1.3% | 33.8% | -23.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0.8% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.1% | 97.7% | 2.6% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 96.6% | 97.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.7% | 76.7% | -13.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 33.9% | 13.5% | 20.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.4% | 37.2% | 10.2% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hampton Close was 65.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.7% lower than the Annfield Plain average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hampton Close has the 15th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Annfield Plain and the 748th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hampton Close, Stanley, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-06-22 | £209,026 |
| 3 Hampton Close, Stanley, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2016-11-30 | £332,658 |
| 3 Hampton Close, Stanley, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2010-02-26 | £217,592 |
| 1 Hampton Close, Stanley, Durham Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2004-10-20 | £205,219 |
| 4 Hampton Close, Stanley, Durham Detached, an established residential building | £76,000 | 1999-09-10 | £227,788 |
DH9 8UQ 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.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Other | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhill Nursery School Oxhill , DH9 7LR | 3out of 4 | 2,771 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechdale Nursery School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 4out of 4 | 5,230 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catchgate Primary School Blackett Street , DH9 8LX | 3out of 4 | 135 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Annfield Plain Infant School Northgate , Annfield Plain DH9 7UY | - not rated | 924 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Annfield Plain Junior School Front Street , Annfield Plain DH9 7ST | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Dipton North Road , Dipton DH9 9BB | - not rated | 2,056 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Collierley Nursery and Primary School Front Street , Dipton DH9 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,168 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 3,570 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 | 3,919 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Durham Academy High Street , DH9 0TW | 2out of 4 | 4,289 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 813 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Villa Real School Villa Real Road , DH8 6BH | 3out of 4 | 5,076 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cubbyhole Cafe and Mini Soft Play | Field House, West Road | 452 yd | |
| Deli-icious | 17 Front Street | 739 yd | |
| Krazy Kingdom | Unit 4 Parkhead | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain Cricket Club | Pavilion, Pontop Terrace | 388 yd | |
| The Crown & Thistle | North Road | 411 yd | |
| Coach and Horses | 26 West Road | 631 yd | |
| Queens Head Hotel | 11 Front Street | 739 yd | |
| Annfield Plain Democratic Club | 15 Front Street | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Dragon | 9 North Road | 390 yd | |
| Chippy Time | 1 Fairview Terrace | 396 yd | |
| Somma Pizza | Unit 1, Hobsons Buildings, North Road | 414 yd | |
| Francescas | 15 North Road | 418 yd | |
| Bahaders Chippy | 1 Kyo Road | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Station Road | 883 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Catchgate Primary School BLACKETT STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 114 yd |
| North Durham Academy (West Campus) (Closed) | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 211 yd |
| Croft Community School | grass pitches | 213 yd |
| Annfield Plain Cricket Club | grass pitches | 461 yd |
| Derwent Park SKIDDAW COURT | grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Annfield Plain Junior School (Closed) | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Annfield Plain Park Park Close | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,017 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.