Cheapside is in Spennymoor and in County Durham district. DL16 6NA is located in the Tudhoe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bishop Auckland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cheapside, Spennymoor, DL16 6NA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL16 6QG, DL16 6FJ, DL16 6QF, DL16 6QQ, DL16 6DJ, DL16 6QN, DL16 6QP, DL16 6RY, DL16 6QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL16 6NA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 54.1% | 48.2% | -5.9% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 45.9% | 51.8% | 5.9% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 DL16 6NA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.8% 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 | 35.2% | 43.8% | 8.6% | 37.9% | 5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 24.3% | -12.6% | 44.2% | -19.9% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 17.3% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 8.2% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 10.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 36.9% | 37.9% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -10.5% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 33.8% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 20.7% | 18.7% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 9% | 5.9% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 3.7% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 DL16 6NA this area, 33% 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 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49.4% | 33% | -16.4% | 18.2% | 14.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 12.4% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 15.7% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 7% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 13.5% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.3% | 16.8% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.5% | 94% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 97.3% | 95.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cheapside was 743.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 386.5% higher than the Ferryhill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cheapside has the 3rd highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Ferryhill and the 27th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 256.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Cheapside, Spennymoor, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2017-07-03 | £58,478 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Nursery School Oxclose Crescent , DL16 6RU | 4out of 4 | 570 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudhoe Moor Nursery School Tudhoe Moor , DL16 6EX | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Street Primary School High Grange Road , DL16 6RA | 3out of 4 | 213 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ox Close Primary School Ox Close Crescent , DL16 6RU | 3out of 4 | 521 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Park Primary School Bessemer Green , DL16 6PP | 2out of 4 | 617 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosa Street Primary School Rosa Street , DL16 7NA | 2out of 4 | 726 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles' Catholic Primary School, Tudhoe Durham Road , DL16 6SL | - not rated | 794 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitworth Park Academy Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | 1out of 4 | 1,244 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferryhill Business and Enterprise College Merrington Road , DL17 8RW | 3out of 4 | 2,622 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows School Whitworth Lane , DL16 7QW | 2out of 4 | 1,378 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Secondary School Rock Road , DL16 7DB | 4out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Woodlands Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 3out of 4 | 4,038 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange Learning Centre , DL15 0TY | - not rated | 4,596 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aycliffe Secure Services Care of: Durham County Council , 26 Chilton Way DL17 0SD | - not rated | 4,642 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Namaste Spennymoor | 53 Cheapside | 86 yd | |
| Aleeza's | 10 King Street | 100 yd | |
| The Cottage Cafe | 2 Holborn | 114 yd | |
| The Grind | 3 Cheapside | 196 yd | |
| Bloom n Witches | 7b High Street | 274 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spennymoor Workingmens Club | 6 King Street | 44 yd | |
| The Little Tap | 15 King Street | 100 yd | |
| The Grand Electric Hall | 2 Cheapside | 111 yd | |
| The Moors Tavern | King Street | 174 yd | |
| The Penny Gill | 17 Cheapside | 196 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pope's Pantry | 2 St Andrews Lane | 37 yd | |
| No 1 Chinese Takeaway | 35 Cheapside | 86 yd | |
| Peking Chef | 13 King Street | 100 yd | |
| Pizza Heaven | 30 Cheapside | 111 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 29 Cheapside | 196 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Oxford Road | 138 yd | |
| Asda | St Andrews Lane | 171 yd | |
| Aldi | Oxford Road | 378 yd | |
| Lidl | Wesleyan Road | 385 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spennymoor Leisure Centre HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 260 yd |
| Brewery Field BREWERY FIELD BREWERY FIELD DURHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 481 yd |
| Whitworth Park School And Sixth Form Centre - Lower School (Closed) Durham Road | 543 yd | |
| Oxclose Primary School OXCLOSE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 617 yd |
| Daisy Fields Sports Ground KEMARVEN KEMARVEN MERRINGTON LANE | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Jubilee Park Carr Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 687 yd |
| St. Charles Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School DURHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 735 yd |
| High Whitworth Pitches Carr Street | grass pitches | 988 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.