Brancepeth Road is in Ferryhill and in Sedgefield district. DL17 8EB is located in the Ferryhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brancepeth Road, Ferryhill, DL17 8EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL17 8DT, DL17 8EA, DL17 8DU, DL17 8ED, DL17 8EE, DL17 8TA, DL17 8JG, DL17 8QR, DL17 8DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL17 8EB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 50.9% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.1% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 32% | 37.1% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 9.1% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 5.1% | -2.5% | 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 | 44% | 39% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -9.4% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 33.8% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 19.7% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.7% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.4% | 24.2% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.4% | 15.2% | -8.2% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 16.2% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 16.7% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 20.2% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.8% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 96.7% | 99.1% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 99.1% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| No passport held | 26.8% | 13.5% | 13.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brancepeth Road was 21.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.9% lower than the Bishop Middleham and Cornforth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brancepeth Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bishop Middleham and Cornforth and the 212th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Brancepeth Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2021-09-10 | £97,474 |
| 36 Brancepeth Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £8,250,000 | 2020-07-03 | £10,645,161 |
| 34 Brancepeth Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2019-07-24 | £96,596 |
| 30 Brancepeth Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £81,500 | 2016-12-12 | £119,351 |
| 34 Brancepeth Road, Ferryhill, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2008-10-31 | £131,311 |
DL17 8EB 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 | 71 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 2,977 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Oxclose Crescent , DL16 6RU | 4out of 4 | 4,415 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 2out of 4 | 239 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy Cleves Cross , DL17 8QY | 4out of 4 | 619 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School Dean Bank , DL17 8PP | 3out of 4 | 819 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferryhill Station Primary School Ferryhill Station , DL17 0DB | 2out of 4 | 2,140 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Cornforth Primary School High Street , West Cornforth DL17 9HP | 4out of 4 | 2,685 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 | 2,028 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Park Academy Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | 1out of 4 | 4,679 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 3out of 4 | 239 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aycliffe Secure Services Care of: Durham County Council , 26 Chilton Way DL17 0SD | - not rated | 2,759 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Secondary School Rock Road , DL16 7DB | 4out of 4 | 4,424 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School Whitworth Lane , DL16 7QW | 2out of 4 | 5,036 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toshachs Cafe @ no19 | 19-20 Conyers Terrace | 602 yd | |
| Romanas | 15 Market Street | 692 yd | |
| Carmo's Cafe | 12 Darlington Road | 791 yd | |
| Bayleaf Ferryhill, Authentic Indian Restaurant and Takeaway | 12-13 Main Street | 798 yd | |
| Ferryhill LADDER Centre | 5-7 Coniston Road | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mugsy's Manor @ The Manor House | Market Street | 488 yd | |
| Ferryhill Sports and Education Centre | Lambton Road | 524 yd | |
| Rowlandson Freemason Hall Co Ltd | Masonic Hall, 34 North Street | 525 yd | |
| The Post Boy | North Street | 525 yd | |
| Ferryhill Community Sports and Social Club Ltd | 7 North Street | 535 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chippy | 169a Brancepeth Road | 208 yd | |
| Broom Chippy & Pizza Bar | 41 Broom Road | 283 yd | |
| I-Fry | 13 Market Street | 692 yd | |
| Pizzalicious | 5 Darlington Road | 791 yd | |
| Siciliano | 14 Darlington Road | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 171A-177A Brancepeth Road | 204 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | 9-10 Market Street | 692 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field BRANCEPETH ROAD | grass pitches | 99 yd |
| Broom Cottages Primary And Nursery School BROOM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 213 yd |
| Ferryhill Community Hub Lambton Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 522 yd |
| Allsports Fitness Centre (Closed) 1B 1B Main Street | health and fitness suite | 845 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 48.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.