West Park Lane is in Sedgefield, Stockton-On-Tees and in County Durham district. TS21 2BX is located in the Sedgefield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Park Lane, Sedgefield, Stockton-on-tees, TS21 2BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS21 2BE, TS21 2BF, TS21 2AY, TS21 2BA, TS21 3BS, TS21 2AU, TS21 2BH, TS21 2AZ, TS21 2BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TS21 2BX 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 | 51.1% | 51.9% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.1% | -0.8% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of TS21 2BX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 12.2% | 17.5% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -20.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72.6% | 65.8% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 21.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 6.2% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 10.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 43.5% | 44.4% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 33.5% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.4% | 17.1% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.6% | 7% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 14% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.4% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 12.5% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.1% | 36.6% | -7.5% | 33.8% | 2.8% |
| Other | 2.7% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 65.5% | 46.2% | 19.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Park Lane was 58.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.7% lower than the Aycliffe East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Park Lane has the 26th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Aycliffe East and the 676th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.4%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doric House West Park Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-11-07 | £290,933 |
| Rook Lodge West Park Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2023-11-03 | £455,789 |
| Caspian House West Park Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £572,500 | 2019-06-28 | £782,321 |
| Caspian House West Park Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £135,500 | 2016-04-20 | £198,137 |
| Station Manor West Park Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, County Durham Detached, a newly built property | £32,500 | 2002-09-10 | £78,711 |
TS21 2BX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TS21 2BX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 123 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgefield Primary School Rectory Row , Sedgefield TS21 2BJ | 3out of 4 | 353 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedgefield Hardwick Primary School Hawthorn Road , Sedgefield TS21 3DA | 4out of 4 | 738 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Michael's C of E Primary School Front Street , Bishop Middleham DL17 9AL | 4out of 4 | 3,626 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fishburn Primary School East View , Fishburn TS21 4AU | 2out of 4 | 3,896 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St William's Catholic Primary School Elwick View , Trimdon Village TS29 6HY | 4out of 4 | 5,348 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgefield Community College Hawthorn Road , Sedgefield TS21 3DD | - not rated | 842 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julia & Sofias | 8 Church View | 55 yd | |
| Little Sicily | 1 High Street | 90 yd | |
| Mess Charcuterie and Bar | 6 North End | 92 yd | |
| Number Four Teashop | 4 High Street | 117 yd | |
| Zen Den Cafe | 8-9 The Square | 141 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgefield Community Assoc Social Club | Ceddesfeld Hall, Rectory Row | 319 yd | |
| Sedgefield Social Club | Kirkgarth, Rectory Row | 319 yd | |
| Golden Lion | 1 East End | 474 yd | |
| Sedgefield Cricket Club | Station Road | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Castle | 26a Front Street | 308 yd | |
| King Chef | 26 Front Street | 316 yd | |
| Eastern Chop Suey House | 54 Front Street | 411 yd | |
| Sedgefield Fisheries | 56 Front Street | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 6 High Street | 186 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Salters Lane Industrial Estate | 1,014 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sedgefield Methodist Church NORTH END | 254 yd | |
| Sedgefield Primary School RECTORY ROW | grass pitches | 265 yd |
| Sedgefield Squash Club CEDDESFELD HALL CEDDESFELD HALL RECTORY ROW | squash courts | 300 yd |
| Sedgefield Hall CEDDESFIELD HALL CEDDESFIELD HALL RECTORY ROW | 300 yd | |
| Sedgefield Community Sports College Hawthorn Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 756 yd |
| Sedgefield Community Sports College (Closed) Hawthorn Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 764 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.