John Street is in Peterlee and in Easington district. SR8 3LS 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 John Street, Peterlee, SR8 3LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR8 3LT, SR8 3LU, SR8 3LX, SR8 3LY, SR8 3NB, SR8 3LZ, SR8 3LP, SR8 3LW, SR8 3PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR8 3LS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.9% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.1% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 31.1% | 37.7% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 36.8% | -15.9% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 5% | 10.8% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 10.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 42.1% | 42% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 30.1% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 18.5% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 8.4% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 14.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44% | 27.7% | -16.3% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 7.8% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 18.6% | 4.9% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 7.8% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 21.2% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 14.7% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -19.1% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 98.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 99.7% | 97.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 97.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around John Street was 124.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% lower than the Easington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
John Street has the 21st lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Easington and the 516th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 John Street, Peterlee, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £38,000 | 2024-07-23 | £38,921 |
| 25 John Street, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £27,750 | 2023-06-16 | £31,926 |
| 26 John Street, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £39,999 | 2023-05-24 | £46,615 |
| 25 John Street, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £32,500 | 2023-04-05 | £37,917 |
| 13 John Street, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £51,000 | 2022-08-15 | £55,646 |
SR8 3LS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 1,668 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horden Nursery School Cotsford Park , Horden SR8 4TB | 4out of 4 | 4,240 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaham Harbour Nursery School Bottleworks Road , Seaham Harbour SR7 7NN | 4out of 4 | 5,092 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easington Colliery Primary School Whickham Street , Easington Colliery SR8 3DJ | 3out of 4 | 583 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington CofE Primary School Easington Village , SR8 3BP | 3out of 4 | 2,004 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary Thorpe Road , Horden SR8 4AB | 3out of 4 | 2,174 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Academy Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | 3out of 4 | 3,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Infant School Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | 3out of 4 | 3,082 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easington Academy Stockton Road , Easington Village SR8 3AY | 3out of 4 | 1,821 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dene Academy Manor Way , SR8 5RL | 2out of 4 | 4,038 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College Westway , SR8 1DE | - not rated | 4,144 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Academy at Shotton Hall Passfield Way , SR8 1AU | 4out of 4 | 5,152 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,676 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 | 1,757 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Durham Willerby Grove , SR8 2RN | 3out of 4 | 3,676 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pet and Play Cafe | 14b Seaside Lane South | 324 yd | |
| Age Concern Tea Room | 65 Seaside Lane | 377 yd | |
| Healthworks | Paradise Lane | 528 yd | |
| Cafe Together | Easington Colliery Methodist Chapel, Seaside Lane South | 565 yd | |
| The Old Pay Office | 1a Ashton Street | 692 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easington Social Welfare Centre | Welfare Hall, Seaside Lane South | 358 yd | |
| Easington Colliery AFC | Welfare Park, Memorial Avenue | 358 yd | |
| Easington Colliery WMC and Institute | Seaside Lane | 368 yd | |
| The Leather Cap Sports and Social Club Ltd | 1-2 Browning Street | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yu Chu | 6 Holm Hill Lane | 121 yd | |
| Rainbow Chinese Takeaway | 1a Stewart Street | 216 yd | |
| Pizza Mania | 38 Seaside Lane | 377 yd | |
| Taste of Home | 31 Seaside Lane | 377 yd | |
| Chilli Pepper | 29 Seaside Lane | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | Seaside Lane | 492 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Inta Fitness Leisure Ltd VINCENT STREET | health and fitness suite | 175 yd |
| Easington Welfare Park | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Easington Colliery Primary School WHICKHAM STREET | grass pitches | 689 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 | 73.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 411.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 391.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.