Park Lane is in Peterlee and in Easington district. SR8 4DF is located in the Horden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Easington. This postcode has been in use since 1982-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Lane, Peterlee, SR8 4DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR8 4DA, SR8 4DT, SR8 4BZ, SR8 4DE, SR8 4DR, SR8 4DG, SR8 4DS, SR8 4BU, SR8 4DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR8 4DF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 4DF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.4% 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 | 31.5% | 43.4% | 11.9% | 37.9% | 5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.7% | 26.4% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -17.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 6.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 4.1% |
| Divorced | 16.1% | 16.4% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 6.3% | -5.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (67.8%) 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 | 30.6% | 38.3% | 7.7% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 29.5% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 21.4% | 21.8% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 9.1% |
| Bad health | 14.8% | 8.3% | -6.5% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 5.1% | 2.1% | -3.0% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
In the area around SR8 4DF this area, 31.1% 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 14.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.9% | 31.1% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 13.7% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 14.3% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 18% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.9% | 14.9% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -18.9% |
| Other | 4.2% | 5% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.4% | 91.1% | -6.3% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 99.5% | 95.9% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 3.1% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.5% | 96.4% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.1% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Muslim | 8.8% | 6.5% | 2.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Lane was 155.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.4% lower than the Horden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Lane has the 11th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Horden and the 375th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 86.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Park Lane, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2025-06-30 | £140,014 |
| 6 Park Lane, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £85,500 | 2022-11-18 | £91,076 |
| Seaview Villa Park Lane, Peterlee, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2020-10-16 | £289,644 |
| 4 Park Lane, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2018-04-13 | £98,659 |
| 21 Park Lane, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2014-09-16 | £140,429 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Full-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 1,179 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosemary Lane Nursery School Rosemary Lane , Easington Village SR8 3BQ | 4out of 4 | 3,532 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotsford Primary School Third Street , Horden SR8 4EH | 3out of 4 | 667 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seascape Primary School Ellison Road , SR8 5NJ | 2out of 4 | 694 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yohden Primary School Windsor Terrace , Horden SR8 4HP | 3out of 4 | 917 yd | Community 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 | 971 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dene House Primary School Manor Way , SR8 5RL | 2out of 4 | 1,150 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 984 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College Westway , SR8 1DE | - not rated | 2,408 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington Academy Stockton Road , Easington Village SR8 3AY | 3out of 4 | 3,195 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Academy at Shotton Hall Passfield Way , SR8 1AU | 4out of 4 | 3,263 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 | 2,286 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 | 2,286 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Wood Academy Crawlaw Road , Easington Colliery SR8 3LP | 3out of 4 | 3,612 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Trap | Eden House, Eden Street | 163 yd | |
| Hub Grub | Horden Youth And Community Centre, Eden Street | 201 yd | |
| Horden Centennial Centre | Seventh Street | 288 yd | |
| The Vintage Tea Room | Horden Colliery Heritage Centre, Park Road | 331 yd | |
| Horden Salvation Army | Dene Street | 406 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horden Sportsmans Club | 34 Second Street | 175 yd | |
| Horden Community Welfare FC | Welfare Park, Seventh Street | 199 yd | |
| Horden Victory Club Ltd | Blackhills Road | 273 yd | |
| Horden Cricket Social Club | Park Road | 276 yd | |
| Horden Social Welfare Centre | Welfare Hall, Seventh Street | 288 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apna Khana | Eden House, Eden Street | 163 yd | |
| Farleys Fish Shop | Cornwall House, Third Street | 241 yd | |
| The Food Palace | Sunnyside House, Sunderland Road | 410 yd | |
| Gills Fry Fry Limited | Sunderland Road | 410 yd | |
| 4 Seasons Pizzeria | 35 Warren Street | 495 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Unit 1-2, Co-Operative Buildings, Cotsford Lane | 628 yd | |
| Aldi | Yoden Way | 731 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Biceps Fitness Centre BLACKHILLS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 144 yd |
| Horden Welfare Park CHANGING ROOMS CHANGING ROOMS WELFARE PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 280 yd |
| Cotsford Junior School THIRD STREET | grass pitches | 579 yd |
| Ellwoods Gym & Fitness Centre WINDSOR CORNER | health and fitness suite | 705 yd |
| Yohden Primary School WINDSOR TERRACE | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Sunderland Road Playing Fields Sunderland Road | grass pitches | 847 yd |
| Our Lady Star Of The Sea Rc Primary School THORPE ROAD | grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Dene Community School Of Technology MANOR WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,053 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 | 95.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.8% |
| 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 | 45.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.