South Crescent is in Seaham and in County Durham district. SR7 7HD 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 South Crescent, Seaham, SR7 7HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR7 7HE, SR7 7HL, SR7 7HN, SR7 7HF, SR7 7ER, SR7 7DB, SR7 7HQ, SR7 7EA, SR7 7HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR7 7HD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.6% of the population 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 | 55.9% | 56.6% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 5.6% |
| Male | 44.1% | 43.4% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -5.6% |
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 | 35.6% | 38.9% | 3.3% | 37.9% | 1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.1% | 36.6% | 5.5% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 6.4% | 2.6% | -3.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 10.5% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 11.4% | -3.0% | 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 | 35.7% | 45.3% | 9.6% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 29.1% | -7.2% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 16.2% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 6.8% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 SR7 7HD this area, 28.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.7% | 28.5% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 8.7% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 12.3% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 7.8% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 15.2% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 25.9% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.6% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 97.1% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 92.6% | 95.3% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 95.3% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 58.5% | 46.2% | 12.3% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Crescent was 343.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 167.3% higher than the Dawdon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
South Crescent has the 4th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Dawdon and the 94th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 86.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sylvias Bar South Crescent, Seaham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2008-02-08 | £354,005 |
SR7 7HD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 694 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ropery Walk Primary School Ropery Walk , SR7 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 479 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaham Trinity Primary School Princess Road , SR7 7SP | 3out of 4 | 570 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Magdalen's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Seaham Dene House Road , SR7 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 660 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaview Primary School The Avenue , Deneside SR7 8PD | 3out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Seaham Academy Byron Terrace , SR7 0HX | 4out of 4 | 2,496 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 | 2,214 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samrat Exclusive | Ground Floor, 4 South Crescent | 1 yd | |
| Crazy Chops Bistro | 7 Church Street | 44 yd | |
| Sambuca Seaham | 5-6 South Terrace | 87 yd | |
| Nicey Icey | Unit 2 The Waterside | 126 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Asda Stores Ltd, Unit 1, Byron Place Shopping Centre | 126 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Londonderry Bar & Accommodation | First Floor, 4 South Crescent | 1 yd | |
| Seaham Old Scouts Social Club | Dow House Scout Centre, South Crescent | 12 yd | |
| Seaham Sea Angling Club | George Tully House, South Crescent | 12 yd | |
| The Coal Face | 73 Church Street | 34 yd | |
| Bar 1828 | 70 Church Street | 45 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slice | 73a Church Street | 34 yd | |
| Sm’ashburger Seaham Harbour | 72 Church Street | 44 yd | |
| Harbour Pizza Parlour | 2 South Terrace | 82 yd | |
| Subway | Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 126 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 6a, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 126 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Unit 2, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 126 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 1, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 126 yd | |
| Aldi | North Railway Street | 222 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 35 Church Street | 303 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Featherbed Court | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bruces Gym 7-8 7-8 VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 360 yd |
| Ropery Walk Primary School ROPERY WALK | grass pitches | 434 yd |
| The Chemical Works Field BOTTLE WORKS ROAD | grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Princess Road Junior School (Closed) Princess Road | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| Parkside Neighbourhood Park Parkside Crescent | grass pitches | 1,025 yd |
| Dawdon Park QUEEN ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches | 1,065 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.