Townend is in Sedgefield, Stockton-On-Tees and in Sedgefield district. TS21 3NW is located in the Sedgefield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 2005-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Townend, Sedgefield, Stockton-on-tees, TS21 3NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS21 3NP, TS21 3NN, TS21 3NL, TS21 3DS, TS21 3NJ, TS21 3NS, TS21 3NH, TS21 3NR, TS21 3NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TS21 3NW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents 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 | 49% | 48.8% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 51% | 51.2% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TS21 3NW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.1% 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 | 23.2% | 27.2% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.8% | 62.1% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 17.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.7% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 65.9% | 69.1% | 3.2% | 48.4% | 20.7% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 24.8% | -3.9% | 33.6% | -8.8% |
| Fair health | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -6.6% |
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 TS21 3NW this area, 5.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 62.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.5% | 5.1% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 7.3% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 10.2% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 13.1% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 59.8% | 62.4% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 28.6% |
| Other | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 96.2% | 97.6% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97.6% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 76.7% | 16.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Townend was 26.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.5% lower than the Aycliffe East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Townend has the 7th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Aycliffe East and the 278th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Townend, Stockton-On-Tees, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2010-07-02 | £294,168 |
| 2 Townend, Stockton-On-Tees, Durham Detached, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2006-06-30 | £314,832 |
| 1 Townend, Stockton-On-Tees, Durham Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2004-12-10 | £306,662 |
| 2 Townend, Stockton-On-Tees, Durham Detached, a newly built property | £199,500 | 2004-12-01 | £291,329 |
TS21 3NW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 student residents living in TS21 3NW 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 | 128 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgefield Hardwick Primary School Hawthorn Road , Sedgefield TS21 3DA | 4out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedgefield Primary School Rectory Row , Sedgefield TS21 2BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,846 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fishburn Primary School East View , Fishburn TS21 4AU | 2out of 4 | 2,445 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 | 2,701 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St William's Catholic Primary School Elwick View , Trimdon Village TS29 6HY | 4out of 4 | 3,903 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 | 1,253 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knotty Hill Golf Centre | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Salters Lane Industrial Estate | 652 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Knotty Hill Golf Centre | golf, health and fitness suite | 544 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.