Maple Crescent is in Crook and in Wear Valley district. DL15 9LE 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 Maple Crescent, Crook, DL15 9LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL15 9LD, DL15 9LJ, DL15 9LA, DL15 9LF, DL15 9LB, DL15 9LN, DL15 9PG, DL15 9LL, DL15 9PQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL15 9LE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 52.1% | 48.4% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 47.9% | 51.6% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 DL15 9LE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.7% 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 | 41.4% | 45.7% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.9% | 35.7% | 1.8% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 10% | -3.8% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 4.1% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 38.7% | 42.9% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 34.7% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 13.6% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 6.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 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.
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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.4% | 26.2% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 15.8% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 20.8% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 7.7% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 14% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 15.4% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 99% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 97.7% | 97.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 97.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 34.2% | 13.5% | 20.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maple Crescent was 53.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.6% lower than the Crook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maple Crescent has the 31st lowest crime rate of 93 local areas in Crook and the 612th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Maple Crescent, Crook, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2024-10-14 | £75,093 |
| 10 Maple Crescent, Crook, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2024-09-17 | £100,272 |
| 12 Maple Crescent, Crook, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2022-11-28 | £81,095 |
| 18 Maple Crescent, Crook, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2022-11-04 | £108,073 |
| 4 Maple Crescent, Crook, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2022-02-10 | £127,861 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartside Primary Academy Hartside , DL15 9NN | 3out of 4 | 278 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crook Primary School Croft Avenue , DL15 8QG | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Church Hill , DL15 9DN | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peases West Primary School Billy Row , DL15 9SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Howden-le-Wear Primary School School Street , Howden-le-Wear DL15 8HJ | 4out of 4 | 2,664 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,768 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Stone Tea Shop | Aidan House, 5-6 Commercial Street | 485 yd | |
| The Carriage Cafe | 36 Hope Street | 490 yd | |
| The Big Bite | 20b Hope Street | 513 yd | |
| The Butchers Tap | 9 Hope Street | 513 yd | |
| Perla Nera | 82a Hope Street | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peases West Sports Centre | Peases West | 394 yd | |
| Crook Town AFC | West Road | 422 yd | |
| Belle Vue Inn | 16 Commercial Street | 485 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | 8 Commercial Street | 485 yd | |
| Elliot's Bar | 27 Commercial Street | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fry | 48 Laurel Gardens | 210 yd | |
| Only Foods and Sauces | Crook Town AFC, West Road | 411 yd | |
| Pizza Roma | 13 Commercial Street | 485 yd | |
| UKs Pizzeria | 7 Commercial Street | 485 yd | |
| Pizza Presto | 54 Commercial Street | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Queen Street | 573 yd | |
| Nisa Local | 5 North Terrace | 703 yd | |
| Lidl | New Road | 956 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hartside Primary School HARTSIDE | grass pitches | 227 yd |
| Mill Field WEST ROAD | grass pitches | 347 yd |
| Wellness On Wheels (Closed) Civic Centre Civic Centre North Terrace | health and fitness suite | 601 yd |
| Crook Primary School CROFT AVENUE | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Peases West Sports Centre Track PEASES WEST SPORTS CENTRE PEASES WEST SPORTS CENTRE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 847 yd |
| Crook Cc CROOK CRICKET CLUB CROOK CRICKET CLUB DAWSON STREET | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Glenholme Park GLENHOLME PARK GLENHOLME PARK NEW ROAD | tennis courts | 908 yd |
| Glenholme Leisure Complex (Closed) New Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 960 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.