Hallfield Drive is in Peterlee and in Easington district. SR8 3DB is located in the Easington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Easington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hallfield Drive, Peterlee, SR8 3DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR8 3DD, SR8 3DE, SR8 3BB, SR8 3BT, SR8 3BP, SR8 3BS, SR8 3BX, SR8 3BU, SR8 3HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR8 3DB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.3% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 3DB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% 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 | 24.3% | 23.9% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.7% | 61.7% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 4% | 4.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 44.9% | 47.8% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 34.5% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 14% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 11.2% | 13.8% | 2.6% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 8.4% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 15.5% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 8.8% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 20.5% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.5% | 31% | -4.5% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 97.6% | 99.6% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 99.6% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23% | 37.2% | -14.2% |
| Christian | 73% | 46.2% | 26.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hallfield Drive was 59.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.5% lower than the Easington average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Hallfield Drive has the 7th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Easington and the 662nd lowest crime rate of 1,714 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% 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 Hallfield Drive, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-11-27 | £187,959 |
| 35 Hallfield Drive, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-03-31 | £169,319 |
| 17 Hallfield Drive, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-09-28 | £205,230 |
| 35 Hallfield Drive, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-06-30 | £199,419 |
| 23 Hallfield Drive, Peterlee, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-05-21 | £235,653 |
SR8 3DB 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 SR8 3DB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosemary Lane Nursery School Rosemary Lane , Easington Village SR8 3BQ | 4out of 4 | 526 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Murton Nursery School Glebe View , Seaview Estate SR7 9LX | - not rated | 4,678 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horden Nursery School Cotsford Park , Horden SR8 4TB | 4out of 4 | 4,938 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easington CofE Primary School Easington Village , SR8 3BP | - not rated | 190 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington CofE Primary School Easington Village , SR8 3BP | 3out of 4 | 190 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington Colliery Primary School Whickham Street , Easington Colliery SR8 3DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,656 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Junior School Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | - not rated | 2,228 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Academy Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | 3out of 4 | 2,228 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easington Academy Stockton Road , Easington Village SR8 3AY | - not rated | 594 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington Community Science College Stockton Road , Easington Village SR8 3AY | - not rated | 594 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College Westway , SR8 1DE | 3out of 4 | 3,325 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Comprehensive School and Byron College Westway , SR8 1DE | - not rated | 3,325 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shotton Hall School Waveney Road , SR8 1NX | - not rated | 4,112 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,827 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Durham Community College Burnhope Way , SR8 1NU | - not rated | 3,286 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Wood Academy Crawlaw Road , Easington Colliery SR8 3LP | 3out of 4 | 443 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glendene School Crawlaw Road , Easington Colliery SR8 3LP | - not rated | 443 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Durham Willerby Grove , SR8 2RN | 3out of 4 | 2,827 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Open Air Education Oakerside Lodge , Castle Eden Dene Nnr SR8 1NJ | - not rated | 4,702 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horden Dene View School Cotsford Park Estate , Horden SR8 4SZ | - not rated | 4,964 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witch and Hare | Glenholme, Seaside Lane | 670 yd | |
| The Village Pantry | 1a Carlton Terrace | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Moon Inn | Stockton Road | 391 yd | |
| Southside Social Club | South Side | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Fish Bar | Low Row | 634 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Easington C Of E Primary School HALL WALK | grass pitches | 190 yd |
| Easington Academy STOCKTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 594 yd |
| Jupiter Health & Fitness Club SEASIDE LANE | health and fitness suite | 808 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 | 24.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 226.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 211.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.