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About

Hart ward covers the central and western neighbourhoods of Hartlepool, including the Headland area. This historic peninsula forms the original settlement of the town, characterised by its tight-knit residential streets and independent local businesses. The area is defined by its coastal position, with the North Sea on three sides, influencing daily life.

A prominent feature is the navigational lighthouse, which has operated since the 1840s. The ward includes St Hilda's Church and the remains of the 12th-century Augustinian priory. The Heugh Breakwater and a long promenade provide direct access to the coastline. Community life is centred around local amenities, including the Borough Hall and the Headland's traditional high street.

Area overview

On average Hart has low deprivation and low crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 55% below the North East average of 117 per 1,000. Approximately 7.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hart is £51,320 per year. The median sale price in Hart is £184,500 (around £197 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £149,250 and £253,125. There are 2 schools in Hart: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Hart is home to around 7,644 people, with a population density of about 676 per km².

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
53
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
7.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hart Population
7,644
Population density
676 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Shoplifting
40.82(+249%)
Anti-social behaviour
27.47(+26%)
Violence and sexual offences
22.5(-42%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.9(-22%)
Public order
4.58(-44%)
North East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,436
97.28%
Other White
52
0.68%
White and Asian (mixed)
35
0.46%
Other Asian
23
0.3%
Indian
17
0.22%
Total population: 7,644

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,045
33.32%
Level 3 (A level)
1,315
21.42%
No qualifications
881
14.35%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
866
14.11%
Apprenticeship
455
7.41%
Total 16+ residents: 6,138

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,450
44.96%
Owns outright
1,013
31.41%
Private landlord or letting agency
332
10.29%
Other social rented
229
7.1%
Social rents from council
90
2.79%
Total households: 3,225

Property prices in Hart

Median price: £184,500
Price per sq ft: £197
Sales (last 12 months): 136
Typical range (middle 50%): £149K – £253K

Based on 136 recent sales, the median property price is £184,500 (about £197 per square foot) in Hart area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,500 up to £575,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Hart over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached61£260,000£225
Semi-Detached49£159,000£191
Terraced13£130,000£153
Flats13£90,000£155

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Hart

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hart.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£204,950£120,000£129,950£109,950
2017£209,950£115,000£124,000£109,000
2018£202,500£85,000£127,000£98,750
2019£163,000£115,000£125,000£110,000
2020£214,500£87,500£136,000£107,500
2021£220,500£99,500£143,500£107,500
2022£254,998£86,500£155,900£129,000
2023£263,023£100,000£161,000£140,000
2024£259,995£120,000£162,748£125,000
2025£271,000£85,000£154,500£145,000
2026£255,000£90,000£158,000£125,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hart.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Hart.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£161£169£156£134
2017£171£162£146£138
2018£168£127£149£123
2019£159£162£136£145
2020£167£133£155£141
2021£183£152£164£131
2022£213£144£201£171
2023£218£150£197£171
2024£218£169£189£157
2025£226£133£191£167
2026£216£156£185£137
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Hart.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Hart in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Hartlepool district.

Band A£1,707
Band B£1,991
Band C£2,276
Band D£2,560
Band E£3,129
Band F£3,698
Band G£4,267
Band H£5,120

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Hart ward.

Local councillors

Brian Cowie

Hart - Elected 7 May 2026

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