Lister Street is in Hartlepool and in Hartlepool district. TS26 9LD is located in the Burn Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hartlepool. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lister Street, Hartlepool, TS26 9LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS26 9LF, TS26 9LG, TS26 9JU, TS26 9EQ, TS26 9LL, TS26 9EE, TS26 9EA, TS26 9JR, TS26 9JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TS26 9LD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 43.6% | 51% | 7.4% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 56.4% | 49% | -7.4% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 9LD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 67.2% 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 | 51.1% | 67.2% | 16.1% | 37.9% | 29.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.7% | 19.6% | -9.1% | 44.2% | -24.6% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 1.5% | -4.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 8.8% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 (69.6%) 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 | 36.8% | 33.8% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 35.8% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 18.8% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 9.6% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 5.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 24.3% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 14.9% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 9.9% | -8.2% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 28.7% | 17.3% | 16.9% | 11.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 15.3% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.6% | 96.7% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 93.1% | 96.7% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 96.7% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.9% | 76.7% | -17.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 40.2% | 13.5% | 26.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.2% | 37.2% | 25.0% |
| Christian | 28.6% | 46.2% | -17.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lister Street was 1161.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 259.2% higher than the Burn Valley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lister Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Burn Valley and the 8th highest crime rate of 320 local areas in Hartlepool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 479.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Lister Street, Hartlepool, Hartlepool Terraced, an established residential building | £31,950 | 1997-07-30 | £121,845 |
TS26 9LD area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in TS26 9LD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 40 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stranton Primary School Southburn Terrace , TS25 1SQ | 4out of 4 | 557 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eldon Grove Academy Eldon Grove , TS26 9LY | 3out of 4 | 562 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ward Jackson Church of England VA Primary School Clark Street , TS24 7LE | 3out of 4 | 736 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lynnfield Primary School Grosvenor Street , TS26 8RL | 2out of 4 | 751 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Musgrave Street , TS24 7HT | - not rated | 927 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College Catcote Road , TS25 4HA | 2out of 4 | 1,384 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dyke House Sports and Technology College Mapleton Road , TS24 8NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,793 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Tunstall College of Science Elwick Road , West Park TS26 0LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,165 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Community Academy Owton Manor Lane , TS25 3PS | 2out of 4 | 3,292 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 | 3,629 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 | 708 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catcote Academy Catcote Road , TS25 4EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,269 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 | 2,216 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell School Wiltshire Way , TS26 0TB | 4out of 4 | 2,216 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Hartlepool School Unit E, Sovereign Way , Sovereign Park TS25 1NN | - not rated | 2,530 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catcote Futures Warren Road , Oakesway TS24 0RG | - not rated | 3,004 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 77 | 175-177 York Road | 83 yd | |
| The Copper Kettle and Deli | 103 Park Road | 153 yd | |
| Mary Lambert | 1 Villiers Street | 273 yd | |
| The Arches Cafe | Unit 10, The Arches, Park Road | 294 yd | |
| Cafe Latte | 33 Park Road | 294 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park Inn | Park Road | 196 yd | |
| Sam's Snooker and American Pool | 76-86 Park Road | 196 yd | |
| Carol Hammond Dance Studio | 62 Dalton Street | 260 yd | |
| Hartlepool Snooker and Social Club | Waldon Street | 294 yd | |
| Stranton Social Club | Waldon Street | 324 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mamta | 197 York Road | 90 yd | |
| Montana Pizza & Indian | 195 York Road | 90 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 178 York Road | 105 yd | |
| The Little Kitchen | 41 Elwick Road | 196 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 49 Elwick Road | 201 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 43-49 Murray Street | 866 yd | |
| Morrisons | Clarence Road | 910 yd | |
| Morrisons Petrol Filling Station | Clarence Road | 910 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodywise Gym (Closed) Park Road | health and fitness suite | 178 yd |
| Bodywise Gym (Closed) Stockton Road | health and fitness suite | 337 yd |
| Westbourne Methodist Church STOCKTON ROAD | 341 yd | |
| Stranton Primary School SOUTHBURN TERRACE | grass pitches | 473 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Hartlepool) MIDDLETON GRANGE SHOPPING CENTRE MIDDLETON GRANGE SHOPPING CENTRE MIDDLETON GRANGE SHOPPING CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 492 yd |
| Ward Jackson Primary School CLARK STREET | grass pitches | 624 yd |
| The Luminary Fitness Suite STOCKTON STREET | health and fitness suite | 625 yd |
| Eldon Grove Leisure Centre (Closed) Eldon Grove | health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| Wesley Leisure Club (Hartlepool) (Closed) Wesley Chapel Wesley Chapel Swainson Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 660 yd |
| Eldon Grove Bowling & Tennis Club ELDON GROVE | tennis courts | 733 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.