Dene House Road is in Seaham and in Easington district. SR7 7BQ is located in the Dawdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Easington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dene House Road, Seaham, SR7 7BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR7 7BJ, SR7 7DW, SR7 7BH, SR7 7XH, SR7 7BY, SR7 7DT, SR7 7AL, SR7 7AN, SR7 7BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR7 7BQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 55.1% | 53.2% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 44.9% | 46.8% | 1.9% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 SR7 7BQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% 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 | 25.4% | 21.3% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 52.8% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 19.6% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 13.5% |
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 (66%) 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 | 44% | 34.8% | -9.2% | 48.4% | -13.6% |
| Good health | 25.2% | 31.2% | 6.0% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 23.4% | 3.8% | 12.7% | 10.7% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 6.6% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30% | 25.4% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 5.9% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 11.9% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.6% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 13.5% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 26.7% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 6.9% | 7.9% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 5.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 99.4% | 96.7% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 98.8% | 97.3% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.3% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 16.6% | 37.2% | -20.6% |
| Christian | 75.3% | 46.2% | 29.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dene House Road was 52.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.5% lower than the Dawdon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dene House Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Dawdon and the 602nd lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Dene House Road, Seaham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-01-10 | £332,249 |
| 27 Dene House Road, Seaham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-03-28 | £173,376 |
| 50 Dene House Road, Seaham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-02-05 | £311,910 |
| 14 Dene House Road, Seaham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-09-01 | £328,619 |
| 13 Dene House Road, Seaham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £308,100 | 2022-07-06 | £347,493 |
SR7 7BQ 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 SR7 7BQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 142 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaham Harbour Nursery School Bottleworks Road , Seaham Harbour SR7 7NN | 4out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 5,424 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalen's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Seaham Dene House Road , SR7 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 31 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaham Trinity Primary School Princess Road , SR7 7SP | 3out of 4 | 630 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ropery Walk Primary School Ropery Walk , SR7 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaview Primary School The Avenue , Deneside SR7 8PD | 3out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Seaham Academy Byron Terrace , SR7 0HX | 4out of 4 | 1,838 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaham High School Station Road , SR7 0BH | - not rated | 1,623 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Tunstall Bank , SR2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 5,284 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Truffle Coffee Shop & Boutique | Barclay House, Bath Terrace | 505 yd | |
| Chilled Out Gelato | 1 Featherbed Court | 534 yd | |
| Grill N Chill | 6 Featherbed Court | 534 yd | |
| Bells Fish & Chips | North Terrace | 536 yd | |
| Eden Art | 17a North Terrace | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaham Masonic Club | 11 North Road | 363 yd | |
| The Inn Between | South Railway Street | 419 yd | |
| Marlborough Club | Charles Street | 443 yd | |
| Seaham Harbour Cricket Club | Cricket Ground, New Drive | 466 yd | |
| Cork & Coffee | 28-29 North Terrace | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaham Chippy | 33 South Railway Street | 419 yd | |
| Cipolla Pizza | 4 Blandford Place | 448 yd | |
| Harbour Tandoori | 11 Blandford Place | 448 yd | |
| Happy Eating | 10 Adelaide Row | 487 yd | |
| Eastshore Fisheries | 4 Featherbed Court | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | North Railway Street | 469 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 35 Church Street | 532 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Featherbed Court | 534 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 2, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 785 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 1, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 785 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bruces Gym 7-8 7-8 VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 339 yd |
| Seaham Harbour Cricket Club NEW DRIVE | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| Seaham Youth Centre STRANGFORD ROAD | 650 yd | |
| New Drive Playing Field PARKLAND TERRACE | grass pitches | 681 yd |
| Princess Road Junior School (Closed) Princess Road | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| Seaham Leisure Centre SEAHAM LEISURE CENTRE SEAHAM LEISURE CENTRE LAUREL AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,022 yd |
| The Serenity Spa At Seaham Hall | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,032 yd |
| Ropery Walk Primary School ROPERY WALK | grass pitches | 1,053 yd |
| Parkside Neighbourhood Park Parkside Crescent | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 29.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 15.9% |
| 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 | 62 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 28.45 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.