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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Redgrave Avenue
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Cropston Close
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Martindale Close
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Red Cedar Close
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Coatham Drive
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Manor Road
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Reedston Road
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Roundhill Close
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Coal Lane
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Valley Drive
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Elwick Road
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Mereston Close
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Beckston Close
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Hillston Close
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Stileston Close
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Reedston Road
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Greenlea
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Cawthorne Place
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Valley Drive
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Carisbrooke Road
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Coatham Drive
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Cresswell Road
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Dalton Back Lane
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Coal Lane
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Poppy Close
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Lillie Pot Close
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Dunston Road
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Greenbank Court
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Glenston Close
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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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Egerton Road
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Pikeston Close
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Greenlea
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The Fens, Elwick & Hart
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Duke of Wellington Gardens
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Lavender Lane
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Elwick Road
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Elwick Road
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Park Drive
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Catcote Road
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Bankston Close
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Hayston Road
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The Paddock
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North Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.