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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 104 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

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

104

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

British

7,050

97.58%

Other White

0.68%

Indian

0.26%

Chinese

0.22%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.22%

Total population: 7,225

Housing

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 65 recent sales, the median property price is £90,000 in Peterlee West area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,500 up to £375,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	9	£205,000	£111,300	£180,000	£265,000	£337,000
Semi-Detached	18	£123,750	£72,600	£93,750	£167,500	£205,450
Terraced	38	£81,750	£59,850	£74,250	£94,375	£135,300

10 years price trend 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

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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