Watson Crescent is in Trimdon Station and in County Durham district. TS29 6AS is located in the Trimdon and Thornley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Watson Crescent, Trimdon Station, TS29 6AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS29 6BL, TS29 6BH, TS29 6AT, TS29 6BJ, TS29 6BQ, TS29 6AR, TS29 6AZ, TS29 6BA, TS29 6AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TS29 6AS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.1% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.9% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 31.9% | 37.2% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 44.5% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 10.2% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 5.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 45.3% | 45.2% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 32.9% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 14.2% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 6.1% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.5% | 21.5% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 9% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 17.6% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.1% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 18.5% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 22.4% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 5% | 3.9% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.4% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 98.8% | 96.8% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 96.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Watson Crescent was 75.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.1% lower than the Trimdon and Thornley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Watson Crescent has the 4th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Trimdon and Thornley and the 858th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Watson Crescent, Trimdon Station, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2021-07-01 | £90,520 |
| 10 Watson Crescent, Trimdon Station, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2020-09-11 | £96,549 |
| 10 Watson Crescent, Trimdon Station, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2018-02-19 | £97,232 |
| 5 Watson Crescent, Trimdon Station, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2013-12-06 | £83,340 |
TS29 6AS 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 | 157 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 56 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 59 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wingate Community Nursery School Partridge Terrace , TS28 5BD | 4out of 4 | 2,339 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deaf Hill Primary School Station Road West , TS29 6BP | 3out of 4 | 610 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wingate Primary School Church Street , TS28 5AQ | 4out of 4 | 1,947 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Marys Catholic Primary School, Wingate Welfare Park , Wingate TS28 5AN | - not rated | 2,040 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheatley Hill Community Primary School Wheatley Hill , DH6 3RQ | 3out of 4 | 2,977 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Godrics Catholic Primary School, Thornley Thornley Road , Wheatley Hill DH6 3NR | - not rated | 3,192 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellfield School North Road East , TS28 5AX | 3out of 4 | 2,411 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Academy at Shotton Hall Passfield Way , SR8 1AU | 4out of 4 | 5,116 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimdon Colliery & Deaf Hill WMC & I Limited | The Square | 567 yd | |
| The Royal | 21 Commercial Street | 616 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Foundry Fish Shop | Foundry House, Wingate Road | 141 yd | |
| Elite Pizza | Unit 3, Wingate House, Front Street | 551 yd | |
| Food 2 Go | 4a Commercial Street | 616 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trimdon Station Foundry Recreation Ground THE SQUARE | grass pitches | 563 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.