South Crescent is in Peterlee and in Easington district. SR8 4AF is located in the Horden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Easington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Crescent, Peterlee, SR8 4AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR8 4AE, SR8 4AA, SR8 4AG, SR8 4AW, SR8 4AD, SR8 4AJ, SR8 4AQ, SR8 4AP, SR8 4AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR8 4AF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 50.8% | 3.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 52.3% | 49.2% | -3.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 4AF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.2% 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 | 45.7% | 56.2% | 10.5% | 37.9% | 18.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.9% | 19.8% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -24.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 17.4% | 12% | -5.4% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 7.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 (70.2%) 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 | 42.4% | 38.5% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 26.3% | 31.7% | 5.4% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 15.1% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 11.7% | 11.5% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 7.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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.
In the area around SR8 4AF this area, 36.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.9% | 36.7% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 18.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8.3% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 16.3% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 4.6% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 16.7% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.5% | 15% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.2% | 98.4% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 93.9% | 93.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 5.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 93.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.3% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.6% | 76.7% | -21.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 39% | 13.5% | 25.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.2% | 37.2% | 12.0% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Crescent was 128.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.1% lower than the Easington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Crescent has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Easington and the 492nd highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 South Crescent, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2025-09-24 | £65,000 |
| 28 South Crescent, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,999 | 2024-10-24 | £118,050 |
| 28 South Crescent, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2024-06-27 | £72,781 |
| 24 South Crescent, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2023-10-26 | £49,974 |
| 1 South Crescent, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £47,000 | 2022-01-14 | £56,410 |
SR8 4AF area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in SR8 4AF area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horden Nursery School Cotsford Park , Horden SR8 4TB | 4out of 4 | 2,227 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosemary Lane Nursery School Rosemary Lane , Easington Village SR8 3BQ | 4out of 4 | 2,488 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary Thorpe Road , Horden SR8 4AB | 3out of 4 | 320 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seascape Primary School Ellison Road , SR8 5NJ | 2out of 4 | 939 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Academy Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | 3out of 4 | 1,614 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Infant School Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | 3out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotsford Primary School Third Street , Horden SR8 4EH | 3out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dene Academy Manor Way , SR8 5RL | 2out of 4 | 1,834 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington Academy Stockton Road , Easington Village SR8 3AY | 3out of 4 | 2,168 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College Westway , SR8 1DE | - not rated | 2,309 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Academy at Shotton Hall Passfield Way , SR8 1AU | 4out of 4 | 3,308 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 | 1,979 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 | 1,979 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Wood Academy Crawlaw Road , Easington Colliery SR8 3LP | 3out of 4 | 2,570 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Haven Cafe | East Durham Partnership, Unit 1 Sea View Industrial Estate | 613 yd | |
| The Secret Garden Deli | Sunderland Road | 638 yd | |
| The Vintage Tea Room | Horden Colliery Heritage Centre, Park Road | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JD's | Northumberland Street | 648 yd | |
| Horden Labour Club | Sunderland Road | 769 yd | |
| Horden and Peterlee Rugby Football Club | Eden Lane | 804 yd | |
| The Legion | Sunderland Road | 883 yd | |
| Horden Cricket Social Club | Park Road | 932 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milano | Merevale, Beaumont Crescent | 126 yd | |
| New Royal Garden | Unit 10 Timber Road | 649 yd | |
| Gills Fry Fry Limited | Sunderland Road | 769 yd | |
| The Food Palace | Sunnyside House, Sunderland Road | 769 yd | |
| Peterlee Tandoori | 134 Yoden Road | 967 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sunderland Road Playing Fields Sunderland Road | grass pitches | 205 yd |
| Our Lady Star Of The Sea Rc Primary School THORPE ROAD | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| Eden Park PARK HOUSE PARK HOUSE EDEN LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 750 yd |
| Eden Hall Junior School (Closed) Robson Avenue | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Horden Welfare Park CHANGING ROOMS CHANGING ROOMS WELFARE PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 963 yd |
| Biceps Fitness Centre BLACKHILLS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,000 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 444.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 421.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.