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Peterlee West

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About

Peterlee West is a residential area located in County Durham, northeast England. It forms part of the larger town of Peterlee, which was established as a new town in the mid-20th century. The area features a mix of housing, including post-war terraces, semi-detached homes, and modern developments. Green spaces like the nearby Castle Eden Dene provide natural surroundings for walking and outdoor activities.

The area is served by local amenities such as schools, shops, and healthcare facilities, catering to everyday needs. Public transport links connect Peterlee West to nearby towns and Durham city. The town’s industrial heritage is reflected in its proximity to business parks and employment sites. The community has a practical, suburban character, with a focus on convenience and accessibility.

Area overview

On average Peterlee West has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 97 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Peterlee West is £31,700 per year. There are 7 schools in Peterlee West: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
97
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
26.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Peterlee West Population
7,228
Population density
3,346.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,050
97.58%
Other White
49
0.68%
Indian
19
0.26%
Chinese
16
0.22%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
16
0.22%
Total population: 7,225

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
928
29.07%
Owns with a mortgage
883
27.66%
Social rents from council
555
17.39%
Private landlord or letting agency
506
15.85%
Other social rented
258
8.08%
Total households: 3,192

Property prices in Peterlee West

Based on 70 recent sales, the median property price is £89,000 in Peterlee West area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,500 up to £375,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Peterlee West 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 Peterlee West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£212,500
Semi-Detached19£115,000
Terraced41£81,000

10 years median price trend in Peterlee West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Peterlee West.

All postcodes in Peterlee West

SR82DP

Berkshire Road

SR82HN

Acre Rigg Road

SR82LJ

Peterlee West

SR82NR

Clare Road

SR82NX

Balliol Close

SR82EN

Peterlee West

SR82EZ

Warwick Place

SR82LR

Grampian Drive

SR82LW

Grampian Drive

SR82NN

Balliol Close

SR82RW

Woodmansey Close

SR82AT

Beverley Way

SR85AZ

Essington Way

SR82AR

Basingstoke Road

SR82PG

Balliol Close

SR81DE

Grampian Drive

SR82AE

Gilbert Road

SR82AZ

Colston Rise

SR82BA

Franklyn Road

SR82EU

Peterlee West

SR82HF

Hampshire Place

SR81DG

Forth Close

SR82AL

Herton Close

SR82BB

Franklyn Road

SR82DW

Lowhills Road

SR81DH

Avon Road

SR82AF

Neville Road

SR82BX

Lowhills Road

SR82DB

Berkshire Road

SR82LN

Quantock Place

SR82NQ

Howletch Lane

SR82PE

Cotswold Place

SR82QB

Garside Grove

SR82AX

Morton Square

SR82BW

Essex Place

SR82DY

Acre Rigg Road

SR82EY

Peterlee West

SR82JL

Mendip Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.