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About

Seaton ward occupies the northern coastal edge of Hartlepool, characterised by a mix of residential housing and open landscapes. The area includes the suburb of Seaton Carew, a traditional seaside settlement with a long beachfront. Inland, the terrain becomes more rural with areas of farmland. The ward is bordered by the North Sea to the east and the Tees Bay to the north, defining its geography.

A notable local landmark is the Seaton Carew Lighthouse, a white-painted tower situated near the promenade. The area's economy has historical links to fishing and coastal trade. The extensive sandy beach and dune system provides a significant natural buffer against coastal processes, shaping the community's relationship with the sea.

Area overview

On average Seaton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 91 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Seaton is £50,140 per year. There are 1 schools in Seaton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Seaton is home to around 7,194 people, with a population density of about 692.3 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
91
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
11.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Seaton Population
7,194
Population density
692.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
40.03(+4%)
Shoplifting
33.92(+190%)
Anti-social behaviour
30.03(+37%)
Criminal damage and arson
13.07(+15%)
Public order
7.51(-8%)
North East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,996
97.25%
Other White
56
0.78%
Indian
28
0.39%
Chinese
19
0.26%
Pakistani
18
0.25%
Total population: 7,194

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,787
29.7%
Level 3 (A level)
1,240
20.61%
No qualifications
1,074
17.85%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
783
13.01%
Apprenticeship
489
8.13%
Total 16+ residents: 6,017

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,361
43.52%
Owns with a mortgage
1,188
37.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
273
8.73%
Other social rented
194
6.2%
Other forms of private rent
62
1.98%
Total households: 3,127

Property prices in Seaton

Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Seaton area, with individual transactions ranging from £78,000 up to £400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Seaton 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 Seaton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached37£245,000
Flats1£78,000
Semi-Detached40£160,000
Terraced8£153,000

10 years median price trend in Seaton

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

All postcodes in Seaton

TS252AJ

Lingdale Drive

TS252AQ

Bilsdale Road

TS251BB

Green Terrace

TS251DQ

Charles Street

TS251EU

Courageous Close

TS252AT

Egton Drive

TS252DS

Jutland Road

TS252QY

The Ashes

TS251TS

Charles Street

TS251DW

Station Lane

TS252AZ

Elizabeth Way

TS251BT

West View Terrace

TS252DD

Emergency Access Road

TS251DR

Glentower Grove

TS252AX

Elizabeth Way

TS252BE

Hunter House Industrial Estate

TS251DN

Station Lane

TS251DP

Stanmore Grove

TS251AL

Lawson Road

TS251AZ

Green Terrace

TS251GB

Gala Close

TS252PE

Pavilion Close

TS251DT

Gillpark Grove

TS251DZ

Castleton Road

TS251BJ

Farndale Road

TS251XD

Hornby Close

TS251DE

Tees Road

TS252BF

Vickers Lane

TS251DX

Station Lane

TS252AH

Bilsdale Road

TS252AU

Westerdale Road

TS252AG

Kildale Grove

TS252DN

Vickers Lane

TS251BA

Lawson Road

TS251BH

Farndale Road

TS252AA

Elizabeth Way

TS251BS

The Front

TS251EQ

Greenhow Grove

TS251GP

Onyx Close

TS252AL

Roxby Close

TS251DA

The Front

TS251EY

Endeavour Close

TS252BZ

Seaton

TS251XF

Lithgo Close

TS251EA

Castleton Road

TS252BQ

Tofts Farm Industrial Estate West

TS251XN

Coronation Drive

TS251BD

Bolton Grove

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.