Rural West is a ward in Hartlepool, covering a mix of farmland, small villages, and open countryside. The area includes settlements like Elwick and Dalton Piercy, with a focus on agriculture and rural living. The landscape is characterised by fields, hedgerows, and quiet lanes, offering a contrast to the more urban parts of the town.
Facilities in Rural West are limited, with local services centred around village halls and small businesses. The ward has a strong community feel, with events often organised by residents. Transport links are mainly road-based, connecting the area to Hartlepool and nearby towns. The ward’s low population density and open spaces make it a quiet, residential choice for those seeking a countryside lifestyle.
On average Rural West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rural West is £43,395 per year. There are 4 schools in Rural West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 185 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Rural West area, with individual transactions ranging from £102,000 up to £1,250,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 157 | £322,995 |
| Flats | 2 | £202,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 21 | £190,000 |
| Terraced | 5 | £250,000 |
10 years price trend in Rural West
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Manor Garth Drive
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Gledstone
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Selset Close
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College Close
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Duke of Wellington Gardens
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Park Avenue
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Niven Close
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Blackton Road
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Fewston Close
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Fontburn Close
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Coal Lane
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Parklands Way
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Parklands Way
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Egerton Road
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Coniscliffe Road
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Coniscliffe Road
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Four Winds Court
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Hampstead Gardens
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Kielder Road
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Barley Close
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Coal Lane
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Heather Close
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Duchy Road
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Hayston Road
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Bushston Close
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Grange Road
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Dunston Road
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Manor Close
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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The Wynd
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Coppice Lane
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Blaise Garden Village
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Rains Avenue
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Hollymount
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Hampstead Gardens
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Knightsbridge Gardens
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Love Lane
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Elwick Road
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Daleston Close
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Dalton Heights
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Bloomfield Drive
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Manor Fields
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Briarfields
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Knightsbridge Gardens
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Abbots Lea
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Hartlepool Road
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Summer Lane
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Coleman Avenue
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The Paddock
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Elwick Road
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Wynyard Woods
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Egerton Road
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Park Avenue
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The Crest
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Coal Lane
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Coal Lane
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Summer Hill Lane
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Auckland Way
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Park Drive
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Guinness Avenue
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Guinness Avenue
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Coal Lane
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Buttercup Avenue
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Hylton Road
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Hylton Road
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Coniscliffe Road
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Northbrook Court
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Elwick Road
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North Lane
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Coal Lane
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Wintergreen Close
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Woodhouse Lane
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Coal Lane
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Amerston Close
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Buttercup Avenue
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Auckland Way
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.