Ross Street is in Seaham and in Easington district. SR7 7TW is located in the Dawdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Easington. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ross Street, Seaham, SR7 7TW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR7 7TP, SR7 7TB, SR7 7TA, SR7 7TN, SR7 7TR, SR7 7TJ, SR7 7SZ, SR7 7TD, SR7 7SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR7 7TW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 51.6% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 48.4% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 29.3% | 32.4% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 50.5% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 7.9% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 7.4% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 42.4% | 40.3% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 36.6% | -3.9% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 15.4% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 6.2% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.9% | 19% | -4.9% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11.6% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 15.7% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 8.8% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 19.9% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 22.7% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 97.1% 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% | 97.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 98.4% | 97.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ross Street was 49.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.9% lower than the Dawdon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ross Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Dawdon and the 559th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Ross Street, Seaham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2020-09-04 | £118,232 |
| 2 Ross Street, Seaham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2020-07-17 | £131,394 |
| 2 Ross Street, Seaham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2017-06-30 | £85,217 |
| 12 Ross Street, Seaham, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £79,950 | 2005-12-02 | £105,750 |
| 14 Ross Street, Seaham, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £29,000 | 2002-08-12 | £81,838 |
SR7 7TW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 7TW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 886 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 | 86 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 | 695 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ropery Walk Primary School Ropery Walk , SR7 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 758 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaview Primary School The Avenue , Deneside SR7 8PD | 3out of 4 | 1,195 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Seaham Mill Road , SR7 0HW | - not rated | 2,077 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 | 1,772 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 | 408 yd | |
| Safe Harbour Seaham Community of Hope | 31 Church Street | 409 yd | |
| Valentes | 45 Church Street | 497 yd | |
| Seaham Lighthouse Café | 66 Church Street | 497 yd | |
| Sambuca Seaham | 5-6 South Terrace | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlborough Club | Charles Street | 282 yd | |
| The Volunteer Arms Licensed Coffee Bar | St Johns Square | 293 yd | |
| The Coalhouse | 39 Church Street | 391 yd | |
| The Inn Between | South Railway Street | 448 yd | |
| The Oddfellows Arms | 52 Church Street | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Standard | 88 Princess Road | 249 yd | |
| Cipolla Pizza | 4 Blandford Place | 410 yd | |
| Harbour Tandoori | 11 Blandford Place | 410 yd | |
| Happy Eating | 10 Adelaide Row | 418 yd | |
| Seaham Chippy | 33 South Railway Street | 448 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 35 Church Street | 352 yd | |
| Aldi | North Railway Street | 560 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 2, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 593 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 1, Byron Place Shopping Centre, South Crescent | 593 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Princess Road Junior School (Closed) Princess Road | grass pitches | 128 yd |
| Parkside Neighbourhood Park Parkside Crescent | grass pitches | 417 yd |
| Bruces Gym 7-8 7-8 VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 527 yd |
| Ropery Walk Primary School ROPERY WALK | grass pitches | 644 yd |
| Seaham Youth Centre STRANGFORD ROAD | 665 yd | |
| Seaham Golf Club SHREWSBURY STREET | golf | 764 yd |
| The Chemical Works Field BOTTLE WORKS ROAD | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| Dawdon Park QUEEN ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| Seaham Leisure Centre SEAHAM LEISURE CENTRE SEAHAM LEISURE CENTRE LAUREL AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 868 yd |
| Seaham Harbour Cricket Club NEW DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,023 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 187.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.