Beech Crescent is in Seaham and in Easington district. SR7 7PY 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 Beech Crescent, Seaham, SR7 7PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR7 7PZ, SR7 7RR, SR7 7RN, SR7 7XB, SR7 7UD, SR7 7XA, SR7 7QF, SR7 7RS, SR7 7UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SR7 7PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 52.3% | 49.2% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 50.8% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 36.5% | 39.5% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.9% | 43.9% | -1.0% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.5% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 7.1% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 8% | 8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 44.2% | 45.5% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 35% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 13.2% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 3.7% | -3.5% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 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.
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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.8% | 26.7% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 11% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.3% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 19.9% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 18.7% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.1% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 99.3% | 98.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 98.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beech Crescent was 54.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.3% lower than the Dawdon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beech Crescent has the 11th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Dawdon and the 639th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 129 Beech Crescent, Seaham, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £35,700 | 2003-02-03 | £90,980 |
| 127 Beech Crescent, Seaham, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £29,000 | 2001-06-08 | £95,602 |
SR7 7PY 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 | 114 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 1,111 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 | 586 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaview Primary School The Avenue , Deneside SR7 8PD | 3out of 4 | 933 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ropery Walk Primary School Ropery Walk , SR7 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,071 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 | 1,151 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlea Primary School Winslow Crescent , Westlea Estate SR7 8JU | 3out of 4 | 2,022 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,742 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thai Green at Seaham Golf Club | Seaham Golf Club, Shrewsbury Street | 494 yd | |
| Playdates Ltd | 29-30 Church Street | 899 yd | |
| Safe Harbour Seaham Community of Hope | 31 Church Street | 903 yd | |
| Valentes | 45 Church Street | 988 yd | |
| Seaham Lighthouse Café | 66 Church Street | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaham Golf Club | Shrewsbury Street | 494 yd | |
| Parkside Sports Bar | Ash Crescent | 535 yd | |
| The Volunteer Arms Licensed Coffee Bar | St Johns Square | 771 yd | |
| Marlborough Club | Charles Street | 773 yd | |
| Dawdon Welfare Cricket Club | Cricket Clubhouse, Green Drive | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Standard | 88 Princess Road | 386 yd | |
| Queens Chippy | 1 Queen Alexandra Road | 513 yd | |
| Nest Fisheries | Ropery Walk | 854 yd | |
| Cipolla Pizza | 4 Blandford Place | 914 yd | |
| Harbour Tandoori | 11 Blandford Place | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 35 Church Street | 854 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 2, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 1,039 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 1, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 1,039 yd | |
| Aldi | North Railway Street | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkside Neighbourhood Park Parkside Crescent | grass pitches | 93 yd |
| Princess Road Junior School (Closed) Princess Road | grass pitches | 467 yd |
| Seaham Golf Club SHREWSBURY STREET | golf | 492 yd |
| Parkside Infant School (Closed) Heathway | grass pitches | 540 yd |
| Dawdon Park QUEEN ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Seaham Leisure Centre SEAHAM LEISURE CENTRE SEAHAM LEISURE CENTRE LAUREL AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 797 yd |
| Seaham Youth Centre STRANGFORD ROAD | 825 yd | |
| Ropery Walk Primary School ROPERY WALK | grass pitches | 965 yd |
| Bruces Gym 7-8 7-8 VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 1,029 yd |
| Seaview Primary School THE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,045 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.