Dean Road is in Ferryhill and in Sedgefield district. DL17 8EP 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 Dean Road, Ferryhill, DL17 8EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL17 8ER, DL17 8HP, DL17 8DH, DL17 8HS, DL17 8DQ, DL17 8EW, DL17 8DJ, DL17 8AL, DL17 8DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL17 8EP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 51.3% | 52.6% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 48.7% | 47.4% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 31.7% | 38.6% | 6.9% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 47% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 9% | 7.2% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5% | 0.8% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
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 | 43.3% | 44.3% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 35.1% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 17.9% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 2.7% | -4.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.6% | 24.6% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 12.7% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.8% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 4.7% | -3.0% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 20.3% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 19.1% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 97.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dean Road was 63.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.1% lower than the Bishop Middleham and Cornforth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dean Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bishop Middleham and Cornforth and the 728th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Dean Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-08-06 | £125,655 |
| 68 Dean Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-07-21 | £91,368 |
| 62 Dean Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2022-02-25 | £92,694 |
| 22 Dean Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,750 | 2021-12-31 | £99,966 |
| 24 Dean Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,950 | 2021-11-18 | £98,896 |
DL17 8EP 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| 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 | 3,192 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Oxclose Crescent , DL16 6RU | 4out of 4 | 4,531 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 | 445 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School Dean Bank , DL17 8PP | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy Cleves Cross , DL17 8QY | 4out of 4 | 1,046 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferryhill Station Primary School Ferryhill Station , DL17 0DB | 2out of 4 | 1,814 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilton Academy Chilton , Off New South View DL17 0PT | 3out of 4 | 3,051 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,759 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Park Academy Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | 1out of 4 | 4,632 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 | 445 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 | 2,154 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Secondary School Rock Road , DL16 7DB | 4out of 4 | 4,324 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School Whitworth Lane , DL16 7QW | 2out of 4 | 5,020 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 | 327 yd | |
| Ferryhill LADDER Centre | 5-7 Coniston Road | 480 yd | |
| Carmo's Cafe | 12 Darlington Road | 707 yd | |
| Romanas | 15 Market Street | 772 yd | |
| Bayleaf Ferryhill, Authentic Indian Restaurant and Takeaway | 12-13 Main Street | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Community Centre | Dean Road | 441 yd | |
| Ferryhill Catholic Club | Dean Road | 441 yd | |
| Ferryhill Sports and Education Centre | Lambton Road | 452 yd | |
| Ferryhill Station Workingmens Club | Louvaine Terrace | 542 yd | |
| Mugsy's Manor @ The Manor House | Market Street | 717 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broom Chippy & Pizza Bar | 41 Broom Road | 420 yd | |
| The Chippy | 169a Brancepeth Road | 653 yd | |
| Pizzalicious | 5 Darlington Road | 707 yd | |
| Siciliano | 14 Darlington Road | 707 yd | |
| I-Fry | 13 Market Street | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 171A-177A Brancepeth Road | 648 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | 9-10 Market Street | 772 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Broom Cottages Primary And Nursery School BROOM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 431 yd |
| Ferryhill Community Hub Lambton Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 455 yd |
| King George V Playing Field BRANCEPETH ROAD | grass pitches | 514 yd |
| Allsports Fitness Centre (Closed) 1B 1B Main Street | health and fitness suite | 824 yd |
| Dean Bank Recreation Ground DEAN BANK RECREATION GROUND DEAN BANK RECREATION GROUND HACKWORTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 879 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 | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 85.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.