Buttermere is in Peterlee and in Easington district. SR8 1JF is located in the Passfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Easington. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buttermere, Peterlee, SR8 1JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR8 1QJ, SR8 1PL, SR8 1QW, SR8 1QN, SR8 1QH, SR8 1QP, SR8 1PN, SR8 1PJ, SR8 1PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SR8 1JF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 48.4% | 48.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 51.6% | 51.6% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 SR8 1JF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.5% 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 | 23.8% | 20% | -3.8% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 65.5% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 21.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 7.1% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 5.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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% | 40.5% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 35.8% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 17.2% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.9% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 15.7% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 11.8% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 14.5% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 16.1% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 31.8% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.6% | 100% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 97.9% | 99.3% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 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 | 97.9% | 99.3% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.4% | 37.2% | -13.8% |
| Christian | 72.3% | 46.2% | 26.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buttermere was 3.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.6% lower than the Passfield average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Buttermere has the lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Passfield and the 8th lowest crime rate of 1,714 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Buttermere, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2025-01-27 | £191,459 |
| 16 Buttermere, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-10-14 | £229,022 |
| 17 Buttermere, Peterlee, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2023-07-28 | £176,513 |
| 10 Buttermere, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-07-11 | £219,720 |
| 4 Buttermere, Peterlee, Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,950 | 2007-06-22 | £188,866 |
SR8 1JF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 SR8 1JF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wingate Community Nursery School Partridge Terrace , TS28 5BD | 4out of 4 | 2,292 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horden Nursery School Cotsford Park , Horden SR8 4TB | 4out of 4 | 4,129 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosemary Lane Nursery School Rosemary Lane , Easington Village SR8 3BQ | 4out of 4 | 4,572 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shotton Hall Junior School Waveney Road , SR8 1NX | - not rated | 644 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shotton Hall Primary School Waveney Road , Peterlee SR8 1NX | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shotton Hall Infants' School Waveney Road , SR8 1NX | - not rated | 770 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Howletch Lane Primary School Pennine Drive , County Durham SR8 2NQ | - not rated | 1,411 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School Westway , SR8 1DE | 3out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Academy at Shotton Hall Passfield Way , SR8 1AU | 4out of 4 | 528 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shotton Hall School Waveney Road , SR8 1NX | - not rated | 644 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College Westway , SR8 1DE | 3out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Comprehensive School and Byron College Westway , SR8 1DE | - not rated | 1,464 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield School North Road East , TS28 5AX | 3out of 4 | 2,293 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Durham College Willerby Grove , SR8 2RN | - not rated | 1,861 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Durham Community College Burnhope Way , SR8 1NU | - not rated | 2,137 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Air Education Oakerside Lodge , Castle Eden Dene Nnr SR8 1NJ | - not rated | 1,542 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Durham Willerby Grove , SR8 2RN | 3out of 4 | 1,861 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horden Dene View School Cotsford Park Estate , Horden SR8 4SZ | - not rated | 3,953 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Wood Academy Crawlaw Road , Easington Colliery SR8 3LP | 3out of 4 | 4,573 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glendene School Crawlaw Road , Easington Colliery SR8 3LP | - not rated | 4,573 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Storey at DXC Technology | St Aidans Hall, Birchwood Drive | 1,062 yd | |
| ESS | Capita, Wear House, Birchwood Drive | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bull | 10 The Village | 413 yd | |
| The Royal George | 16 The Village | 510 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Academy Of Shotton Hall PASSFIELD WAY | grass pitches | 528 yd |
| Shotton Hall School (Closed) Waveney Road | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Fitness Factory WINCHESTER DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 1,004 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 | 59.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 82.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.