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Headland & Harbour

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About

Headland & Harbour ward encompasses Hartlepool's historic coastal core. The area centres on the Headland promontory, a distinct peninsula forming a natural harbour. This geography has long dictated settlement patterns, with maritime activities shaping the local economy. The ward includes the working docks and associated industrial estates, reflecting its ongoing functional role.

St Hilda's Church stands as a prominent landmark amid the tight grid of residential streets. A network of museums, including the Museum of Hartlepool, details the area's nautical history. The Heugh Breakwater extends into the North Sea, offering direct views of the rugged coastline. This ward maintains a clear, tangible connection to its seafaring past through its preserved layout and active port functions.

Area overview

On average Headland & Harbour has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 364 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 35.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Headland & Harbour is £34,329 per year. There are 4 schools in Headland & Harbour: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). Headland & Harbour is home to around 8,134 people, with a population density of about 1,955.9 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
364
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
35.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Headland & Harbour Population
8,134
Population density
1,955.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
183.92(+349%)
Anti-social behaviour
127.37(+457%)
Shoplifting
77.33(+536%)
Criminal damage and arson
40.08(+235%)
Public order
37.13(+323%)
North East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,705
94.68%
Other White
135
1.66%
Other
39
0.48%
Other Asian
34
0.42%
White and Asian (mixed)
30
0.37%
Total population: 8,138

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,828
26.91%
Level 4 qualifications or above
1,520
22.38%
Level 3 (A level)
1,193
17.56%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
981
14.44%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
677
9.97%
Total 16+ residents: 6,792

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
957
23.65%
Other social rented
827
20.44%
Owns outright
824
20.37%
Owns with a mortgage
806
19.92%
Social rents from council
541
13.37%
Total households: 4,046

Property prices in Headland & Harbour

Based on 97 recent sales, the median property price is £127,000 in Headland & Harbour area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £313,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Headland & Harbour in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Headland & Harbour over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£211,000
Flats16£77,000
Semi-Detached18£127,500
Terraced46£125,652

10 years median price trend in Headland & Harbour

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Headland & Harbour.

All postcodes in Headland & Harbour

TS240AJ

Hays Gardens

TS240NN

Moor Parade

TS240NR

Durham Street

TS240PP

Victoria Place

TS248LB

Raby Road

TS248PF

Brougham Terrace

TS240JN

Middlegate

TS240SP

Fleet Avenue

TS240YA

Harbour Walk

TS244SF

Victoria Road

TS244SP

Victoria Road

TS240BJ

Vincent Street

TS240JT

Northgate

TS240PR

Queen Street

TS240PX

Prissick Street

TS244ST

Victoria Road

TS248NP

Mapleton Road

TS248NW

Wharton Terrace

TS240HT

Durham Street

TS240SA

Queen Street

TS240UF

Brunel Close

TS240UL

Bridgepool Close

TS240UQ

Middleton Road

TS240XG

Admiral Way

TS240EQ

Northgate

TS240JB

St Hilda Crescent

TS240PU

Cliff Terrace

TS244SW

Victoria Road

TS240AR

Jade Close

TS248LF

Raby Road

TS248NJ

Parton Street

TS240AH

Forest Avenue

TS240LE

Throston Street

TS240NZ

Groves Street

TS240QB

Catherine Street

TS240UJ

Navigation Point

TS240YD

Slake Terrace

TS248LY

Powlett Road

TS240PD

Henry Smith Terrace

TS240QP

Marquis Street

TS240QT

Londonderry Street

TS240UG

Middleton Road

TS240YG

Maritime Avenue

TS240DW

Earl Street

TS240LL

Morison Gardens

TS240NF

St Marys Court

TS240NQ

Clarence Street

TS240SD

Maritime Avenue

TS240YF

Slake Terrace

TS248NA

Powlett Road

TS240DX

Thorpe Street

TS240WA

Quayside

TS240YQ

Harbour Walk

TS240JD

Middlegate

TS240ND

Church Walk

TS240UH

Navigation Point

TS244SR

Victoria Road

TS248ND

Appleby Grove

TS240EW

St Helens Street

TS240RQ

Ferry Road

TS240WH

Fleet Avenue

TS240XB

Quayside

TS244SE

Victoria Road

TS240HU

Durham Street

TS240NU

Alfred Street

TS248NB

Milbank Road

TS248RB

Gatesgarth Close

TS248RD

Rosthwaite Close

TS240DU

Marine Drive

TS240LB

Victoria Street

TS240QJ

Baptist Street

TS240QW

Regent Square

TS240TP

Clearpool Close

TS240XF

Maritime Avenue

TS240XR

Marina Way

TS240XT

Harbour Walk

TS240DT

Marine Drive

TS240EY

Alliance Street

TS240HS

Durham Street

TS240JQ

Town Wall

TS240SZ

Cobb Walk

TS248LU

May Street

TS248NU

Milbank Road

TS240GL

Topaz Close

TS240NY

Groves Street

TS244SJ

Victoria Road

TS240HP

Durham Street

TS240LG

Throston Street

TS240NS

Broadfield Road

TS240TN

Otterpool Close

TS244SQ

Victoria Road

TS248NY

Powlett Road

TS240BN

West View Road

TS240GB

Butterstone Avenue

TS240JY

Northgate

TS240PE

Gladstone Street

TS244SA

Headland & Harbour

TS240HG

Durham Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.