Lynnfield Road is in Hartlepool and in Hartlepool district. TS26 8RP is located in the Victoria electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hartlepool. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lynnfield Road, Hartlepool, TS26 8RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS24 8DT, TS26 8BS, TS26 8RQ, TS26 8RJ, TS24 8DL, TS24 8DH, TS26 8RG, TS24 8DN, TS26 8BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TS26 8RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.2% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.8% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 TS26 8RP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.6% 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 | 46.1% | 50.6% | 4.5% | 37.9% | 12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.8% | 25.3% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -18.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 9.2% | 4.0% | 2.2% | 7.0% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 9.2% | -5.6% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 (57.7%) 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 | 33.2% | 33% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 36% | 24.7% | -11.3% | 33.6% | -8.9% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 26.5% | 7.1% | 12.7% | 13.8% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 11.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 7.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 4.2% | 3.2% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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 TS26 8RP this area, 36% 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 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50% | 36% | -14.0% | 18.2% | 17.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.9% | 14.9% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.8% | 14.9% | 7.1% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 5.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 9.1% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -7.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.3% | 17.7% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 94.1% | 88.7% | -5.4% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 87% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.2% | 87% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 5.6% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 87.8% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 5.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 1.9% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.5% | 76.7% | -23.2% |
| Portugal | 4.7% | 0.5% | 4.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 39% | 13.5% | 25.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.7% | 37.2% | 21.5% |
| Christian | 32.9% | 46.2% | -13.3% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lynnfield Road was 592.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.2% higher than the Burn Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lynnfield Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Burn Valley and the 20th highest crime rate of 320 local areas in Hartlepool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 208.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Lynnfield Road, Hartlepool, Hartlepool Terraced, an established residential building | £37,000 | 2004-06-18 | £68,585 |
TS26 8RP area has a very high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 12% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Retired | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Unemployed | 20 |
| Other | 17 |
| Full-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynnfield Primary School Grosvenor Street , TS26 8RL | 2out of 4 | 299 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brougham Primary School Brougham Terrace , TS24 8EY | 3out of 4 | 480 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesmond Gardens Primary School Jesmond Gardens , TS24 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 785 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Hart Lane , TS26 8NL | - not rated | 797 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Musgrave Street , TS24 7HT | - not rated | 1,230 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 | 754 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Tunstall College of Science Elwick Road , West Park TS26 0LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College Catcote Road , TS25 4HA | 2out of 4 | 2,111 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hild's Church of England School King Oswy Drive , West View TS24 9PB | - not rated | 2,638 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Community Academy Owton Manor Lane , TS25 3PS | 2out of 4 | 4,245 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 | 933 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 | 1,417 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Catcote Academy Catcote Road , TS25 4EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,908 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Catcote Futures Warren Road , Oakesway TS24 0RG | - not rated | 1,972 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Horizon School, Hartlepool C.E.T.L , Brierton Lane TS25 4BY | 3out of 4 | 3,121 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Hartlepool School Unit E, Sovereign Way , Sovereign Park TS25 1NN | - not rated | 3,527 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Cottage | 41 York Road | 315 yd | |
| Masons Cafe | 39 Murray Street | 375 yd | |
| Masala Lounge | 87-89 York Road | 398 yd | |
| AVenue | Lauder Street | 437 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | The Lanyard, Marina Way | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartlepool Indoor Bowling Club | Mill House Leisure Centre, Raby Road | 136 yd | |
| The Mill House Inn | Rium Terrace | 185 yd | |
| West Hartlepool Victory Social Club | 1 Sandringham Road | 213 yd | |
| The Nursery Inn | Hopps Street | 315 yd | |
| Skyy | Avenue Road | 330 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gill's Chip Shop | 9 Young Street | 82 yd | |
| Chow Kee Chop Suey House | 60 Murray Street | 174 yd | |
| Milano | 43 Murray Street | 226 yd | |
| Toby Takeaway & Lucky Boat Noodle Bar | 44 Murray Street | 253 yd | |
| Thai Zaap Nuar | 13 Murray Street | 306 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 43-49 Murray Street | 226 yd | |
| Morrisons | Clarence Road | 331 yd | |
| Morrisons Petrol Filling Station | Clarence Road | 331 yd | |
| Asda | Marina Way | 464 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 2, Anchor Retail Park, Marina Way | 464 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hartlepool Indoor Bowls Club MILL HOUSE SITE MILL HOUSE SITE RABY ROAD | indoor bowls | 217 yd |
| Mill House Leisure Centre RABY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 219 yd |
| Hartlepool United (Victoria Park) VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK CLARENCE ROAD | grass pitches | 282 yd |
| Hartlepool Peoples Centre RABY ROAD | 405 yd | |
| Wesley Leisure Club (Hartlepool) (Closed) Wesley Chapel Wesley Chapel Swainson Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 610 yd |
| Brougham Primary School BROUGHAM TERRACE | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Hartlepool) MIDDLETON GRANGE SHOPPING CENTRE MIDDLETON GRANGE SHOPPING CENTRE MIDDLETON GRANGE SHOPPING CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 730 yd |
| Dyke House School (Closed) Mapleton Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 775 yd |
| Dyke House Sport & Technology College MAPLETON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 782 yd |
| The Luminary Fitness Suite STOCKTON STREET | health and fitness suite | 823 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.