Cavendish Court is in Ferryhill and in Sedgefield district. DL17 8PY is located in the Ferryhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1987-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cavendish Court, Ferryhill, DL17 8PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL17 8PZ, DL17 8PU, DL17 8TL, DL17 8PX, DL17 8NT, DL17 8NJ, DL17 8TJ, DL17 8NN, DL17 8PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL17 8PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents 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 | 52.2% | 50% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.8% | 50% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DL17 8PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 10.1% | 12.3% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -25.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 60.9% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 16.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11% | 12.7% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 15% | 12.3% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 (59.9%) 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 | 21.6% | 28% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -20.4% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 31.9% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 30.2% | 31% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 18.3% |
| Bad health | 10.2% | 6.9% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 8PY this area, 34.5% 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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.1% | 34.5% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 16.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 10.5% | 3.0% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 8.2% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 10% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 13.6% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 19.5% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.6% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.6% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97.6% | 98.7% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.7% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 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 | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.7% | 37.2% | -16.5% |
| Christian | 74.6% | 46.2% | 28.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cavendish Court was 58.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.8% lower than the Ferryhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cavendish Court has the 20th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Ferryhill and the 681st lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Cavendish Court, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-08-30 | £148,323 |
| 24 Cavendish Court, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2023-08-25 | £158,223 |
| 30 Cavendish Court, Ferryhill, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2023-08-21 | £210,380 |
| 11 Cavendish Court, Ferryhill, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-11-18 | £156,490 |
| 31 Cavendish Court, Ferryhill, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-11-06 | £221,695 |
DL17 8PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 8PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 60% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 131 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudhoe Moor Nursery School Tudhoe Moor , DL16 6EX | 3out of 4 | 2,467 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Oxclose Crescent , DL16 6RU | 4out of 4 | 3,574 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 | 738 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 2out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy Cleves Cross , DL17 8QY | 4out of 4 | 2,125 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirk Merrington Primary School South View , Kirk Merrington DL16 7JB | 4out of 4 | 2,228 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Park Primary School Bessemer Green , DL16 6PP | 2out of 4 | 2,563 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 | 545 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Park Academy Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | 1out of 4 | 3,493 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 | 1,525 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 | 1,919 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Secondary School Rock Road , DL16 7DB | 4out of 4 | 3,151 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School Whitworth Lane , DL16 7QW | 2out of 4 | 3,902 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 | 289 yd | |
| Ferryhill LADDER Centre | 5-7 Coniston Road | 734 yd | |
| Carmo's Cafe | 12 Darlington Road | 751 yd | |
| Bayleaf Ferryhill, Authentic Indian Restaurant and Takeaway | 12-13 Main Street | 832 yd | |
| Romanas | 15 Market Street | 923 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Community Centre | Dean Road | 776 yd | |
| Ferryhill Catholic Club | Dean Road | 776 yd | |
| The Dean & Chapter | Main Street | 832 yd | |
| The White Horse | 23 Market Street | 923 yd | |
| The Greyhound | 12 Market Street | 923 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| I Kitchen | 6 Haig Terrace | 449 yd | |
| Dean Bank Pizza & Kebab | 8 Haig Terrace | 457 yd | |
| Golden Gate | 12 Haig Terrace | 457 yd | |
| Pizzalicious | 5 Darlington Road | 751 yd | |
| Siciliano | 14 Darlington Road | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 9-10 Market Street | 923 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dean Bank Recreation Ground DEAN BANK RECREATION GROUND DEAN BANK RECREATION GROUND HACKWORTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 355 yd |
| Ferryhill Business Enterprise College MERRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 644 yd |
| Allsports Fitness Centre (Closed) 1B 1B Main Street | health and fitness suite | 756 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 51.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.