Denewood Terrace is in Chilton, Ferryhill and in Sedgefield district. DL17 0HY is located in the Chilton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Denewood Terrace, Chilton, Ferryhill, DL17 0HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL17 0HQ, DL17 0EJ, DL17 0JA, DL17 0ED, DL17 0HZ, DL17 0HF, DL17 0HH, DL17 0HU, DL17 0HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL17 0HY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.7% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50% | 49.3% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 37.6% | 34.3% | -3.3% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.6% | 43.3% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 3.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 11.2% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.8% | 33.8% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 35.1% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 24.1% | 17.9% | -6.2% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 11.3% | 6.4% | 4.0% | 7.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 17.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.8% | 21.6% | -9.2% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 16.4% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 25.6% | 19.4% | -6.2% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 4.5% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 13.4% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 17.9% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -15.9% |
| Other | 6% | 6.7% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 98% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97.5% | 94.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 94.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.9% | 76.7% | -13.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 35.8% | 13.5% | 22.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Denewood Terrace was 310.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 108.6% higher than the Chilton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Denewood Terrace has the 4th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Chilton and the 118th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 170.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 606.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Denewood Terrace, Ferryhill, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £41,250 | 2007-09-18 | £48,348 |
| 6 Denewood Terrace, Ferryhill, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £38,000 | 2007-03-02 | £47,358 |
| 5 Denewood Terrace, Ferryhill, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £42,500 | 2007-02-28 | £52,844 |
| 4 Denewood Terrace, Ferryhill, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £33,000 | 2006-11-24 | £41,269 |
| 4 Denewood Terrace, Ferryhill, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2006-11-24 | £31,264 |
DL17 0HY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudhoe Moor Nursery School Tudhoe Moor , DL16 6EX | 3out of 4 | 4,982 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilton Academy Chilton , Off New South View DL17 0PT | 3out of 4 | 548 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferryhill Station Primary School Ferryhill Station , DL17 0DB | 2out of 4 | 2,390 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirk Merrington Primary School South View , Kirk Merrington DL16 7JB | 4out of 4 | 2,771 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School Dean Bank , DL17 8PP | 3out of 4 | 2,930 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 2out of 4 | 3,010 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferryhill Business and Enterprise College Merrington Road , DL17 8RW | 3out of 4 | 2,736 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodham Academy Washington Crescent , DL5 4AX | 3out of 4 | 4,469 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Park Academy Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | 1out of 4 | 5,389 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aycliffe Secure Services Care of: Durham County Council , 26 Chilton Way DL17 0SD | - not rated | 670 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Woodlands Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 3out of 4 | 3,010 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Secondary School Rock Road , DL16 7DB | 4out of 4 | 4,936 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School Cedar Drive , DL5 6UN | - not rated | 4,989 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornbeck College - North East Autism Society Thornbeck College (Aycliffe Campus) , Cedar Drive DL5 6UN | - not rated | 5,039 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Durham Furniture Help Scheme | Unit 20 Avenue Three | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilton Community Sports & Social Club | Darlington Road | 572 yd | |
| Chilton Catholic Club | Brooklyn Road | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilton Chippy | 28 Eden Terrace | 60 yd | |
| A1 Chop Suey House | 15 Eden Terrace | 60 yd | |
| The Bush | The Wheatsheaf, Durham Road | 192 yd | |
| La Casa | 27a South Downs | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Durham Road | 226 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Charlie Wayman Football Fields West Chilton Terrace | grass pitches | 379 yd |
| Chilton Academy | grass pitches, squash courts | 524 yd |
| Windlestone School WINDLESTONE SCHOOL WINDLESTONE SCHOOL ROAD LEADING TO WINDLESTONE SCHOOL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 768 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.