Grange Close is in Peterlee and in Easington district. SR8 5JT is located in the Peterlee East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Easington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grange Close, Peterlee, SR8 5JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR8 5JN, SR8 2BN, SR8 5EG, SR8 5JW, SR8 5EH, SR8 5JR, SR8 2DY, SR8 2BW, SR8 5EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR8 5JT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 54.2% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 49.5% | 45.8% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
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 5JT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.8% 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 | 44.3% | 53.8% | 9.5% | 37.9% | 15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.1% | 29.1% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -15.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 11.5% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 2.5% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 | 47.8% | 47.1% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 31.3% | 5.9% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 13.2% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 6.8% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.8% | 24.4% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 11% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 25.5% | 15.7% | -9.8% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 7% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 18% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.7% | 22.2% | 16.5% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 99.4% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
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% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 97% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63% | 76.7% | -13.7% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 34.6% | 13.5% | 21.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.6% | 37.2% | 22.4% |
| Christian | 33.8% | 46.2% | -12.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grange Close was 253.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.9% higher than the Easington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grange Close has the 9th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Easington and the 176th highest crime rate of 1,714 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 118.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Grange Close, Peterlee, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2018-05-17 | £89,361 |
| 2 Grange Close, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £39,950 | 2018-03-02 | £58,914 |
| 7 Grange Close, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2017-05-05 | £110,905 |
| 2 Grange Close, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2013-03-13 | £44,917 |
| 10 Grange Close, Peterlee, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2010-01-26 | £46,351 |
SR8 5JT 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 | 146 |
| Looking after home or family | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 2,378 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horden Nursery School Cotsford Park , Horden SR8 4TB | 4out of 4 | 2,729 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wingate Community Nursery School Partridge Terrace , TS28 5BD | 4out of 4 | 4,996 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acre Rigg Junior School Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | - not rated | 495 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Academy Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | 3out of 4 | 495 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acre Rigg Infant School Acre Rigg Road , SR8 2DU | 3out of 4 | 507 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Hall Junior School Robson Avenue , SR8 5DN | - not rated | 551 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Hall Infant School Robson Avenue , SR8 5DN | - not rated | 551 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College Westway , SR8 1DE | 3out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Comprehensive School and Byron College Westway , SR8 1DE | - not rated | 1,293 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington Academy Stockton Road , Easington Village SR8 3AY | - not rated | 1,940 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington Community Science College Stockton Road , Easington Village SR8 3AY | - not rated | 1,940 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dene Academy Manor Way , SR8 5RL | 3out of 4 | 1,954 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 869 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Durham Community College Burnhope Way , SR8 1NU | - not rated | 918 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 | 869 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Wood Academy Crawlaw Road , Easington Colliery SR8 3LP | 3out of 4 | 2,426 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glendene School Crawlaw Road , Easington Colliery SR8 3LP | - not rated | 2,426 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Open Air Education Oakerside Lodge , Castle Eden Dene Nnr SR8 1NJ | - not rated | 2,460 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horden Dene View School Cotsford Park Estate , Horden SR8 4SZ | - not rated | 2,697 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| How Do You Do | Martinos, York Road | 465 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 2, Peterlee Retail Park, Essington Way | 807 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 1, Peterlee Retail Park, Essington Way | 807 yd | |
| CALM in East Durham – Karma Cafe | Pavilion, Lowhills Road | 833 yd | |
| Chimes Cafe | Bus Station, Bede Way | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acre Rigg Social Club | Lowhills Road | 481 yd | |
| Horden and Peterlee Rugby Football Club | Eden Lane | 717 yd | |
| Peterlee Central Club | Surtees Road | 847 yd | |
| Bar 23 | Burnhope Way | 948 yd | |
| The Three Stories | 58 Yoden Way | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| People's Takeaway | East Durham Trust, Community House, Yoden Road | 259 yd | |
| Beverley Way Dynasty | 84 Beverley Way | 309 yd | |
| Crispy Cod | 80b Beverley Way | 310 yd | |
| The Lunch Box | 114 Yoden Road | 312 yd | |
| Hong Kong Express | 122 Yoden Road | 312 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Unit 3, Peterlee Retail Park, Essington Way | 807 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit A Bede Way | 1,022 yd | |
| Asda | Surtees Road | 1,053 yd | |
| Iceland | 38-40 Yoden Way | 1,087 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eden Hall Junior School (Closed) Robson Avenue | grass pitches | 550 yd |
| Acre Rigg Academy ACRE RIGG ACADEMY ACRE RIGG ACADEMY ACRE RIGG ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 567 yd |
| East Durham And Houghall Community College (Howletch Centre) (Closed) Weston View | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite | 704 yd |
| Eden Park PARK HOUSE PARK HOUSE EDEN LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 735 yd |
| Low Hills Road Playing Fields WARDENS HOUSE WARDENS HOUSE LOWHILLS ROAD | grass pitches | 753 yd |
| East Durham College (Peter Lee Campus) EAST DURHAM COLLEGE EAST DURHAM COLLEGE WILLERBY GROVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 847 yd |
| Curves For Women (Peterlee) (Closed) Yoden Way | health and fitness suite | 1,070 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 | 30.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40.55 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40.55 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.88 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.