White Le Head Gardens is in Tantobie, Stanley and in Derwentside district. DH9 9RU is located in the Tanfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about White Le Head Gardens, Tantobie, Stanley, DH9 9RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH9 9RX, DH9 9SA, DH9 9RT, DH9 9RZ, DH9 9RS, DH9 9SB, DH9 9SJ, DH9 9RL, DH9 9RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH9 9RU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.9% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48% | 48.1% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 37.6% | 40% | 2.4% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46% | 40.4% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 12% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 42.7% | 49.9% | 7.2% | 48.4% | 1.5% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 33.7% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 12.8% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 7% | 2.7% | -4.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.8% | 17.2% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 9.9% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.7% | 15.7% | -9.0% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 6.6% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 22.6% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 28.1% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -5.7% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.4% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 96.1% 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% | 96.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 96.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around White Le Head Gardens was 68.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.0% higher than the Burnopfield and Dipton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
White Le Head Gardens has the 8th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Burnopfield and Dipton and the 778th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 White Le Head Gardens, Stanley, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-02-02 | £172,134 |
| 24 White Le Head Gardens, Stanley, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2022-12-16 | £174,030 |
| 14 White Le Head Gardens, Stanley, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2022-07-29 | £89,762 |
| 25 White Le Head Gardens, Stanley, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2021-05-05 | £124,284 |
| 12 White Le Head Gardens, Stanley, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-10-23 | £168,269 |
DH9 9RU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,815 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanfield Lea Community Primary School Tanfield Lea , DH9 9LU | 3out of 4 | 1,206 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Dipton North Road , Dipton DH9 9BB | - not rated | 1,494 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Collierley Nursery and Primary School Front Street , Dipton DH9 9DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,253 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnopfield Primary School Front Street , Burnopfield NE16 6PT | 3out of 4 | 2,529 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Catchgate Primary School Blackett Street , DH9 8LX | 3out of 4 | 3,053 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 | 2,109 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Durham Academy High Street , DH9 0TW | 2out of 4 | 3,425 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 | 2,405 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Olive Stone | 17 Front Street | 245 yd | |
| The Burrow | North Road | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Tree Inn | Front Street | 419 yd | |
| The Owl and Otter | Mountsett | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Express | 5 Bolams Buildings, North Road | 992 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tantobie Cricket Club South View | grass pitches | 422 yd |
| Tantobie Football Pitch South View | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Tanfield Lea Community Primary School TANFIELD LEA COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL TANFIELD LEA COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL KING EDWARD TERRACE | grass pitches | 1,037 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 | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.