St Johns Square is in Seaham and in County Durham district. SR7 7JE 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 St Johns Square, Seaham, SR7 7JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR7 7JN, SR7 7HZ, SR7 7HY, SR7 7SF, SR7 7SE, SR7 7JL, SR7 7JD, SR7 7JA, SR7 7JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR7 7JE is primarily male, with 54.2% 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 | 46.6% | 45.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -5.2% |
| Male | 53.4% | 54.2% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 5.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SR7 7JE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.2% 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 | 46.6% | 49.2% | 2.6% | 37.9% | 11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.8% | 26.9% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -17.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 14% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 6.2% | -3.1% | 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 (65.8%) 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 | 29.2% | 37.5% | 8.3% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 28.3% | -7.6% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 21.7% | 21.6% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 8.9% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 9.5% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 3.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 SR7 7JE this area, 31.5% 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 | 34.4% | 31.5% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 10% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 14.9% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 8.3% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 15.8% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 19.5% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 9.7% | 0% | -9.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 92.2% | -7.1% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 92.9% | 91.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 4.9% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 91.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 4.3% | 4.9% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 26.8% | 13.5% | 13.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Sikh | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Johns Square was 863.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 571.4% higher than the Dawdon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
St Johns Square has the highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Dawdon and the 18th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 258.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy At Seaham Health Centre St Johns Square, Seaham, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2016-06-03 | £649,189 |
| Jobcentre St Johns Square, Seaham, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £492,618 | 2014-07-18 | £629,389 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 717 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaham Trinity Primary School Princess Road , SR7 7SP | 3out of 4 | 247 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ropery Walk Primary School Ropery Walk , SR7 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Magdalen's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Seaham Dene House Road , SR7 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 626 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaview Primary School The Avenue , Deneside SR7 8PD | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Seaham Mill Road , SR7 0HW | - not rated | 2,278 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 | 1,982 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Playdates Ltd | 29-30 Church Street | 132 yd | |
| Safe Harbour Seaham Community of Hope | 31 Church Street | 142 yd | |
| Valentes | 45 Church Street | 220 yd | |
| Seaham Lighthouse Café | 66 Church Street | 220 yd | |
| Sambuca Seaham | 5-6 South Terrace | 268 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Volunteer Arms Licensed Coffee Bar | St Johns Square | 1 yd | |
| The Coalhouse | 39 Church Street | 175 yd | |
| The Oddfellows Arms | 52 Church Street | 220 yd | |
| Memory Lane | 51 Church Street | 220 yd | |
| Hat and Feathers | 57-59 Church Street | 220 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angus Deli | 8 Church Street | 174 yd | |
| Happy Eating | 10 Adelaide Row | 195 yd | |
| Cipolla Pizza | 4 Blandford Place | 218 yd | |
| Harbour Tandoori | 11 Blandford Place | 218 yd | |
| Tazmania Italian Takeaway | 50 Church Street | 220 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 35 Church Street | 128 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 2, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 305 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 1, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 305 yd | |
| Aldi | North Railway Street | 321 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bruces Gym 7-8 7-8 VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 355 yd |
| Princess Road Junior School (Closed) Princess Road | grass pitches | 404 yd |
| Ropery Walk Primary School ROPERY WALK | grass pitches | 439 yd |
| The Chemical Works Field BOTTLE WORKS ROAD | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Parkside Neighbourhood Park Parkside Crescent | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Seaham Youth Centre STRANGFORD ROAD | 858 yd | |
| Dawdon Park QUEEN ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches | 872 yd |
| Seaham Golf Club SHREWSBURY STREET | golf | 904 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 | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.