Church Street is in Howden Le Wear, Crook and in Wear Valley district. DL15 8HH is located in the Crook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Street, Howden Le Wear, Crook, DL15 8HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL15 8HJ, DL15 8HQ, DL15 8HN, DL15 8HA, DL15 8EX, DL15 8BF, DL15 8HL, DL15 8EU, DL15 8EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL15 8HH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 48.3% | 49.7% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 51.7% | 50.3% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 30.8% | 30.6% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 50.7% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 12.2% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 5.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 40.8% | 44.9% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 31.6% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 16.9% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 5.3% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 25% | 16.6% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 10.5% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 17.3% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 6.4% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 17.6% | 2.6% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 30.2% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 97.9% | 98.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 98.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 55.8% | 46.2% | 9.6% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Street was 113.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.1% higher than the Crook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Street has the 27th highest crime rate of 93 local areas in Crook and the 570th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Church Street, Crook, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2025-04-04 | £70,000 |
| 4 Church Street, Crook, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2024-08-30 | £72,272 |
| 7 Church Street, Crook, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £54,500 | 2024-04-16 | £61,355 |
| 17 Church Street, Crook, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2024-04-10 | £43,905 |
| 10 Church Street, Crook, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2024-03-08 | £64,623 |
DL15 8HH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DL15 8HH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howden-le-Wear Primary School School Street , Howden-le-Wear DL15 8HJ | 4out of 4 | 92 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crook Primary School Croft Avenue , DL15 8QG | 3out of 4 | 2,072 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Witton-le-Wear Primary School St James Gardens , Witton-le-Wear DL14 0BG | 4out of 4 | 2,597 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Church Hill , DL15 9DN | 3out of 4 | 2,753 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartside Primary Academy Hartside , DL15 9NN | 3out of 4 | 2,780 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Academy Hall Lane Estate , Willington DL15 0QF | 4out of 4 | 4,606 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Hotel | Church Street | 2 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Fryer | 38 Bridge Street | 150 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Howden-Le-Wear Primary School School Street | grass pitches | 73 yd |
| Greenhead Playing Field WEAVERS CROFT | grass pitches | 934 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 70.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.