Howbeck Lane is in Hartlepool and in Hartlepool district. TS24 9AF is located in the De Bruce electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hartlepool. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Howbeck Lane, Hartlepool, TS24 9AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS24 9AD, TS24 9DE, TS24 9AL, TS24 9AE, TS24 9DB, TS24 9DG, TS24 9AB, TS24 8JZ, TS24 9AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TS24 9AF 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 | 54% | 48.8% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 46% | 51.2% | 5.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.3% | 35.5% | 7.2% | 37.9% | -2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 44.9% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10% | 11.1% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 6% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.4% | 43.2% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 34% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 14.7% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 6.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around TS24 9AF this area, 28.1% 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 15.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.9% | 28.1% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 9.8% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 19.1% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 7.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 19.6% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 15.7% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -18.1% |
| Other | 7.8% | 0.4% | -7.4% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.5% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 98.6% | 98.9% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 98.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Howbeck Lane was 47.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.7% lower than the De Bruce average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Howbeck Lane has the 19th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in De Bruce and the 86th lowest crime rate of 320 local areas in Hartlepool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Howbeck Lane, Hartlepool, Hartlepool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £79,995 | 2021-09-03 | £92,557 |
| 14 Howbeck Lane, Hartlepool, Hartlepool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2016-06-17 | £78,282 |
| 32 Howbeck Lane, Hartlepool, Hartlepool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £62,500 | 2015-03-17 | £94,194 |
| 20 Howbeck Lane, Hartlepool, Hartlepool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2001-03-07 | £140,997 |
TS24 9AF 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 | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West View Primary School Davison Drive , TS24 9BP | 3out of 4 | 530 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesmond Gardens Primary School Jesmond Gardens , TS24 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Throston Primary School Flint Walk , Throston Grange Estate TS26 0TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney RC Primary School King Oswy Drive , TS24 9PA | 4out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Hart Lane , TS26 8NL | - not rated | 1,271 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyke House Sports and Technology College Mapleton Road , TS24 8NQ | 3out of 4 | 844 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hild's Church of England School King Oswy Drive , West View TS24 9PB | - not rated | 1,190 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Tunstall College of Science Elwick Road , West Park TS26 0LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,212 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College Catcote Road , TS25 4HA | 2out of 4 | 3,190 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Community Academy Owton Manor Lane , TS25 3PS | 2out of 4 | 5,434 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartlepool College of Further Education Stockton Street , TS24 7NT | - not rated | 2,340 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell School Wiltshire Way , TS26 0TB | 4out of 4 | 810 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Catcote Futures Warren Road , Oakesway TS24 0RG | - not rated | 1,005 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Catcote Academy Catcote Road , TS25 4EZ | 3out of 4 | 2,949 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Horizon School, Hartlepool C.E.T.L , Brierton Lane TS25 4BY | 3out of 4 | 4,287 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Hartlepool School Unit E, Sovereign Way , Sovereign Park TS25 1NN | - not rated | 4,973 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Hanover | Kensington Court, Holdforth Road | 170 yd | |
| Pavilion Bar | Grayfields Recreation Ground, Jesmond Gardens | 472 yd | |
| Heathers Day Centre | Gretton Court, 1 Heather Grove | 521 yd | |
| West View Advice & Resource Centre | Miers Avenue | 716 yd | |
| West View Baptist Church | Miers Avenue | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merry Go Round/Wacky Warehouse | Easington Road | 90 yd | |
| Hartlepool Rovers Sports & Social Club | Easington Road | 158 yd | |
| Richardson & Westgarth Sport and Social Club | Winterbottom Avenue | 207 yd | |
| The Bank | 48 Church Street | 411 yd | |
| Jacksons Wharf | The Highlight | 411 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Express | Stall 2, The Market Hall | 411 yd | |
| Liza's Fine Foods & Cakes | 13a Davison Drive | 496 yd | |
| Penny's Pantry | 35 Chatham Road | 733 yd | |
| Princess Pizzeria | 33 Chatham Road | 733 yd | |
| Crystal | 33 Miers Avenue | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Jesmond Gardens | 439 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West View Primary School DAVISON DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 560 yd |
| Dyke House School (Closed) Mapleton Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 710 yd |
| West View Community Centre COMMUNITY CENTRE AND LIBRARY COMMUNITY CENTRE AND LIBRARY MIERS AVENUE | 721 yd | |
| Throston Youth Centre WILTSHIRE WAY | 729 yd | |
| John Howard Park WILTSHIRE WAY | grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Dyke House Sport & Technology College MAPLETON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 739 yd |
| Grayfields Recreation Ground Jesmond Gardens | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 747 yd |
| Hartlepool Rugby Football Club MAYFIELD PARK MAYFIELD PARK EASINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 848 yd |
| Fit4Less (Hartlepool) EASINGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 848 yd |
| King George V Recreation Ground West View Road | grass pitches | 864 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 197.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.