Kelvin Street is in Ferryhill and in Sedgefield district. DL17 8PA 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 Kelvin Street, Ferryhill, DL17 8PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL17 8PQ, DL17 8PB, DL17 8PH, DL17 8PJ, DL17 8PE, DL17 8NR, DL17 8NX, DL17 8PD, DL17 8NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL17 8PA is primarily male, with 53.8% of the population 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 | 49.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 50.8% | 53.8% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
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 DL17 8PA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.3% 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 | 46.1% | 44.3% | -1.8% | 37.9% | 6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 29.9% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -14.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 5.2% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 12.4% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 6.2% | 2.9% | 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 (62.2%) 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 | 36.6% | 33.6% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -14.8% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 28.6% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 23% | 19.3% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 16% | 7.3% | 4.0% | 12.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 13.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.9% | 17.7% | -17.2% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 19.8% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 10.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 19.8% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 9.4% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.8% | 14.6% | -3.2% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.2% | 13.5% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -20.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 5.2% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.3% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 98.9% | 94% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 94% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.5% | 76.7% | -15.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 33.3% | 13.5% | 19.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 35.9% | 46.2% | -10.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kelvin Street was 79.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.0% lower than the Ferryhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kelvin Street has the 27th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Ferryhill and the 824th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 98.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Kelvin Street, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2023-03-28 | £68,762 |
| 3 Kelvin Street, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2023-03-06 | £51,571 |
| 1 Kelvin Street, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2021-10-11 | £60,231 |
| 1 Kelvin Street, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2020-12-03 | £51,321 |
| 6 Kelvin Street, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £24,000 | 2019-10-10 | £33,280 |
| Full-Time Employee | 25 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudhoe Moor Nursery School Tudhoe Moor , DL16 6EX | 3out of 4 | 2,117 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Oxclose Crescent , DL16 6RU | 4out of 4 | 3,362 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School Dean Bank , DL17 8PP | 3out of 4 | 479 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 2out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy Cleves Cross , DL17 8QY | 4out of 4 | 1,905 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Park Primary School Bessemer Green , DL16 6PP | 2out of 4 | 2,291 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirk Merrington Primary School South View , Kirk Merrington DL16 7JB | 4out of 4 | 2,602 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 807 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Park Academy Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | 1out of 4 | 3,450 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 | 1,367 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 | 2,384 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Secondary School Rock Road , DL16 7DB | 4out of 4 | 3,162 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School Whitworth Lane , DL16 7QW | 2out of 4 | 3,831 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferryhill Town Youth Football Club | Welfare Ground, Hackworth Close | 203 yd | |
| Bayleaf Ferryhill, Authentic Indian Restaurant and Takeaway | 12-13 Main Street | 494 yd | |
| Carmo's Cafe | 12 Darlington Road | 517 yd | |
| Romanas | 15 Market Street | 602 yd | |
| Ferryhill LADDER Centre | 5-7 Coniston Road | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dean & Chapter | Main Street | 494 yd | |
| The White Horse | 23 Market Street | 602 yd | |
| The Greyhound | 12 Market Street | 602 yd | |
| Ferryhill Community Sports and Social Club Ltd | 7 North Street | 798 yd | |
| Rowlandson Freemason Hall Co Ltd | Masonic Hall, 34 North Street | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Bank Pizza & Kebab | 8 Haig Terrace | 115 yd | |
| Golden Gate | 12 Haig Terrace | 115 yd | |
| I Kitchen | 6 Haig Terrace | 115 yd | |
| Pizza Hot | 16 Main Street | 494 yd | |
| Tasty Fusion | 7 Main Street | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 9-10 Market Street | 602 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dean Bank Recreation Ground DEAN BANK RECREATION GROUND DEAN BANK RECREATION GROUND HACKWORTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 436 yd |
| Allsports Fitness Centre (Closed) 1B 1B Main Street | health and fitness suite | 442 yd |
| Ferryhill Business Enterprise College MERRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 886 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.