Hambledon Place is in Peterlee and in Easington district. SR8 2LJ is located in the Peterlee West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Easington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hambledon Place, Peterlee, SR8 2LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR8 2LH, SR8 2JP, SR8 2LL, SR8 2JW, SR8 2JR, SR8 2LW, SR8 2LQ, SR8 2LN, SR8 2JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR8 2LJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.6% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49% | 49.4% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 32.3% | 37.9% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 37.9% | -9.1% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 15.4% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 6.3% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 38.3% | 40.4% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 31.8% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 21% | 16.9% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 6.7% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 4.1% | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.4% | 24% | -14.4% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 16.2% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 19.7% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 17.5% | 1.1% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.2% | 15.3% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 5.6% | 1.3% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.7% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.3% | 96.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 30% | 13.5% | 16.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hambledon Place was 114.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.9% higher than the Passfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hambledon Place has the 14th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Passfield and the 568th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% 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 Hambledon Place, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2021-11-09 | £102,004 |
| 4 Hambledon Place, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2021-05-21 | £95,877 |
| 7 Hambledon Place, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £62,500 | 2017-11-24 | £87,500 |
| 14 Hambledon Place, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2015-01-30 | £102,014 |
| 18 Hambledon Place, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2012-11-27 | £126,247 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wingate Community Nursery School Partridge Terrace , TS28 5BD | 4out of 4 | 3,258 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosemary Lane Nursery School Rosemary Lane , Easington Village SR8 3BQ | 4out of 4 | 3,452 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horden Nursery School Cotsford Park , Horden SR8 4TB | 4out of 4 | 3,845 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howletch Lane Primary School Pennine Drive , County Durham SR8 2NQ | 3out of 4 | 439 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shotton Hall Primary School Waveney Road , SR8 1NX | 3out of 4 | 998 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School Westway , SR8 1DE | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Infant School Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | 3out of 4 | 1,410 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Academy Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | 3out of 4 | 1,431 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College Westway , SR8 1DE | - not rated | 847 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Academy at Shotton Hall Passfield Way , SR8 1AU | 4out of 4 | 988 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dene Academy Manor Way , SR8 5RL | 2out of 4 | 2,891 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington Academy Stockton Road , Easington Village SR8 3AY | 3out of 4 | 3,014 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield School North Road East , TS28 5AX | 3out of 4 | 3,310 yd | Community school | 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 | 955 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endeavour Academy Durham Willerby Grove , SR8 2RN | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Wood Academy Crawlaw Road , Easington Colliery SR8 3LP | 3out of 4 | 3,452 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Catering | NSK Bearings (Europe) Ltd, 3 Brindley Road | 670 yd | |
| Baxter Storey at DXC Technology | St Aidans Hall, Birchwood Drive | 811 yd | |
| ESS | Capita, Wear House, Birchwood Drive | 811 yd | |
| Aramark @ Caterpillar | Caterpillar Peterlee Ltd, Mill Hill | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterlee Catholic Club Ltd | Grampian Drive | 312 yd | |
| The Royal George | 16 The Village | 641 yd | |
| Black Bull | 10 The Village | 738 yd | |
| The Moorcock | Burnhope Way | 913 yd | |
| Hearts of Oak | Oakerside Drive | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nest Fisheries | Grampian Drive | 312 yd | |
| Chilla Pizza and Valentinos | 17-18 Whitworth Road | 806 yd | |
| China Delight | 19 Whitworth Road | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Grampian Drive | 312 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Howletch Lane Primary School PENNINE DRIVE | grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Fitness Factory WINCHESTER DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 649 yd |
| St Bedes Rc Comprehensive School WESTWAY | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| East Durham College (Peter Lee Campus) EAST DURHAM COLLEGE EAST DURHAM COLLEGE WILLERBY GROVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 883 yd |
| The Academy Of Shotton Hall PASSFIELD WAY | grass pitches | 933 yd |
| Shotton Hall School (Closed) Waveney Road | grass pitches | 982 yd |
| East Durham And Houghall Community College (Howletch Centre) (Closed) Weston View | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite | 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 55.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.