Butler Street is in Peterlee and in Easington district. SR8 3SH 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 Butler Street, Peterlee, SR8 3SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR8 3SJ, SR8 3SL, SR8 3SG, SR8 3SF, SR8 3SD, SR8 3SE, SR8 3SN, SR8 3SB, SR8 3RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR8 3SH is primarily male, with 58.9% of the population 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 | 53.5% | 41.1% | -12.4% | 51.0% | -9.9% |
| Male | 46.5% | 58.9% | 12.4% | 49.0% | 9.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SR8 3SH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.6% | 47.9% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 28.7% | -11.9% | 44.2% | -15.5% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 3.2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9% | 14.9% | 5.9% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (57.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.1% | 29.9% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -18.5% |
| Good health | 23.5% | 28% | 4.5% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 22.9% | 29.9% | 7.0% | 12.7% | 17.2% |
| Bad health | 12.9% | 10.3% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 51.9% | 19.1% | -32.8% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 16% | 5.5% | 9.6% | 6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 13.8% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.3% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 7.4% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -9.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 33% | 24.0% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 2.3% | 6.4% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 3.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 99.4% | 95.3% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 92.5% 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% | 92.5% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 92.5% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.4% | 76.7% | -11.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 29.9% | 13.5% | 16.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 36.8% | 46.2% | -9.4% |
| Not answered | 16% | 6.0% | 10.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Butler Street was 281.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.6% higher than the Easington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Butler Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Easington and the 142nd highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 135.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Butler Street, Peterlee, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £17,000 | 2004-11-04 | £25,595 |
| 15 Butler Street, Peterlee, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £10,000 | 2004-11-02 | £15,056 |
| 2 Butler Street, Peterlee, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £19,000 | 2004-02-26 | £37,790 |
| 19 Butler Street, Peterlee, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £24,000 | 2003-12-19 | £48,540 |
| 22 Butler Street, Peterlee, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £6,000 | 2003-12-19 | £12,135 |
SR8 3SH area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 23 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 2,205 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horden Nursery School Cotsford Park , Horden SR8 4TB | 4out of 4 | 3,492 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 | 1,092 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary Thorpe Road , Horden SR8 4AB | 3out of 4 | 1,545 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington CofE Primary School Easington Village , SR8 3BP | 3out of 4 | 2,517 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seascape Primary School Ellison Road , SR8 5NJ | 2out of 4 | 2,609 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Academy Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | 3out of 4 | 2,916 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,197 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dene Academy Manor Way , SR8 5RL | 2out of 4 | 3,407 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College Westway , SR8 1DE | - not rated | 3,877 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Academy at Shotton Hall Passfield Way , SR8 1AU | 4out of 4 | 4,896 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 | 3,460 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 | 2,302 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Durham Willerby Grove , SR8 2RN | 3out of 4 | 3,460 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Together | Easington Colliery Methodist Chapel, Seaside Lane South | 287 yd | |
| The Old Pay Office | 1a Ashton Street | 307 yd | |
| Age Concern Tea Room | 65 Seaside Lane | 467 yd | |
| The Pet and Play Cafe | 14b Seaside Lane South | 560 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Leather Cap Sports and Social Club Ltd | 1-2 Browning Street | 224 yd | |
| Easington Social Welfare Centre | Welfare Hall, Seaside Lane South | 552 yd | |
| Easington Colliery AFC | Welfare Park, Memorial Avenue | 552 yd | |
| Easington Colliery WMC and Institute | Seaside Lane | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jills Fish & Chips | 5b Bede Street | 240 yd | |
| Ulifoods | 10 Seaside Lane | 349 yd | |
| Chilli Pepper | 29 Seaside Lane | 453 yd | |
| Seaside Lane Chop Suey House | 33 Seaside Lane | 453 yd | |
| Taste of Home | 31 Seaside Lane | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | Seaside Lane | 349 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Easington Welfare Park | grass pitches | 546 yd |
| Inta Fitness Leisure Ltd VINCENT STREET | health and fitness suite | 745 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.