Brancepeth Road is in Ferryhill and in Sedgefield district. DL17 8EE 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 8EE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL17 8ED, DL17 8QR, DL17 8EA, DL17 8QN, DL17 8EB, DL17 8QL, DL17 8DX, DL17 8QW, DL17 8QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL17 8EE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.5% | 54.7% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 44.5% | 45.3% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 | 21.9% | 27.4% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 44.7% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 13.5% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 11.5% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 (59.1%) 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 | 28% | 34% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 25.1% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -8.5% |
| Fair health | 30.1% | 19.8% | -10.3% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 12.7% | 15.8% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 11.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 4.1% |
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.
In the area around DL17 8EE this area, 34.9% 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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52.9% | 34.9% | -18.0% | 18.2% | 16.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 9.1% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 13.9% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 15.3% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.7% | 16.3% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.2% | 98% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 98.3% | 96.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 30.4% | 13.5% | 16.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32% | 37.2% | -5.2% |
| Christian | 61.9% | 46.2% | 15.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brancepeth Road was 8.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.8% lower than the Bishop Middleham and Cornforth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brancepeth Road has the lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bishop Middleham and Cornforth and the 39th lowest crime rate of 1,714 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 117 Brancepeth Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2023-10-13 | £107,910 |
| 117 Brancepeth Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2016-08-05 | £92,761 |
| 111 Brancepeth Road, Ferryhill, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2009-01-15 | £82,507 |
| 111 Brancepeth Road, Ferryhill, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £23,500 | 2001-02-16 | £79,664 |
DL17 8EE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 DL17 8EE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Road Nursery School Dean Road , DL17 8ET | - not rated | 889 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudhoe Moor Nursery School Tudhoe Moor , DL16 6EX | 3out of 4 | 3,248 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bessemer Park Nursery School Bessemer Green , DL16 6PP | - not rated | 3,565 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Oxclose Crescent , DL16 6RU | - not rated | 4,698 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 | 3out of 4 | 275 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleves Cross Primary School Cleves Cross , DL17 8QY | - not rated | 351 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy Cleves Cross , DL17 8QY | - not rated | 351 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School Dean Bank , DL17 8PP | 2out of 4 | 1,100 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferryhill Station Primary School Chilton Lane , DL17 0DB | 3out of 4 | 1,955 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferryhill School Merrington Road , DL17 8RW | 3out of 4 | 2,296 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferryhill Business Enterprise College Merrington Road , DL17 8RW | - not rated | 2,296 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudhoe Grange School St Charles Road , DL16 6JY | - not rated | 4,217 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Park School and Sixth Form College Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | - not rated | 4,972 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Park Academy Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | 3out of 4 | 4,973 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 | 275 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosebank School Rutherford Terrace , Broom DL17 8AN | - not rated | 440 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aycliffe Secure Centre Care of: Durham County Council , 26 Chilton Way DL17 0SD | - not rated | 2,853 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Windlestone School Chilton , DL17 0HP | - not rated | 3,394 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth School Rock Road , DL16 7DB | - not rated | 4,575 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 | 555 yd | |
| Romanas | 15 Market Street | 872 yd | |
| Carmo's Cafe | 12 Darlington Road | 962 yd | |
| Bayleaf Ferryhill, Authentic Indian Restaurant and Takeaway | 12-13 Main Street | 978 yd | |
| Ferryhill LADDER Centre | 5-7 Coniston Road | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferryhill Sports and Education Centre | Lambton Road | 434 yd | |
| Mugsy's Manor @ The Manor House | Market Street | 671 yd | |
| Ferryhill Station Workingmens Club | Louvaine Terrace | 698 yd | |
| Rowlandson Freemason Hall Co Ltd | Masonic Hall, 34 North Street | 708 yd | |
| The Post Boy | North Street | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chippy | 169a Brancepeth Road | 32 yd | |
| Broom Chippy & Pizza Bar | 41 Broom Road | 431 yd | |
| I-Fry | 13 Market Street | 872 yd | |
| Pizzalicious | 5 Darlington Road | 962 yd | |
| Siciliano | 14 Darlington Road | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 171A-177A Brancepeth Road | 30 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | 9-10 Market Street | 872 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Broom Cottages Primary And Nursery School BROOM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 231 yd |
| King George V Playing Field BRANCEPETH ROAD | grass pitches | 234 yd |
| Ferryhill Community Hub Lambton Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 432 yd |
| Allsports Fitness Centre (Closed) 1B 1B Main Street | health and fitness suite | 1,022 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.