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29,883
Population
13,571
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£40,443
Avg. household income
650
Businesses
988
People per km²
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About Cold Hesledon

Cold Hesledon is a village located in County Durham, England, within the SR7 postcode area. It is situated to the east of the larger town of Peterlee and is part of the East Durham region. The village primarily consists of residential areas, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. Local amenities include a few shops and services catering to the daily needs of residents.

The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Cold Hesledon is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore nearby towns and attractions. The village serves as a quiet community, providing a peaceful environment while still being within reach of urban facilities in Peterlee and beyond.

School Ratings in Cold Hesledon

Cold Hesledon is served by 85 schools. Seaham Harbour Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cold Hesledon

Property prices average £170K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £90K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cold Hesledon

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Cold Hesledon, with 100 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cold Hesledon

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cold Hesledon falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Cold Hesledon

There are 8 GP surgeries within three miles of Cold Hesledon, the nearest being Murton Medical Centre (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Cold Hesledon

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Property Prices 4,349 sales

Average Price £170K
£240 , £18.4M
Detached £272K 687
Semi £131K 1,280
Terraced £90K 2,063
Flat £79K 136

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

52 Primary
10 Secondary
23 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 7

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SR7 postcode area.

Ribbon School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Murton Primary Good 0.8 miles Seaview Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Westlea Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Seaham High School Secondary Good 1.5 miles St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Seaham Primary 1.5 miles Seaham Trinity Primary School Primary 1.6 miles New Seaham Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Ropery Walk Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Seaham Harbour Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.9 miles Seaham Children's Centre 2 miles

Household Income in Cold Hesledon ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cold Hesledon is approximately £40,443 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,138. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Cold Hesledon £40,443
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,138.

Businesses in Cold Hesledon ONS 2025

There are approximately 650 active businesses based in Cold Hesledon, around 22 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 85% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

650 Total businesses
22 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 85%
Small, 10-49 13%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Cold Hesledon IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cold Hesledon in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 21%
5,458 Children (0-15) 18%
18,306 Working Age 61%
6,111 Older (65+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Cold Hesledon 393 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Cold Hesledon is above the national average when measured per capita. Shoplifting dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Shoplifting 100
Violence & Sexual Offences 100
Anti-Social Behaviour 69
Criminal Damage & Arson 41
Public Order 21
Vehicle Crime 17
Other Crime 14
Burglary 10
Other Theft 7
Robbery 5
Weapons 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Drugs 2
Theft from Person 2
Local Policing
Durham Seaham (Dalton-le-Dale, Murton and Hawthorn Village) Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Sunderland Train Station 5.9 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dalton-le-Dale 0 yards Murton 0.6 miles Greenhill 0.6 miles Deneside 0.9 miles West Lea 1.2 miles Parkside 1.4 miles Dawdon 1.4 miles Seaton 1.4 miles Seaham 1.4 miles Hawthorn 1.4 miles Northlea 2 miles South Hetton 2.2 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward Seaham
Constituency Easington
Parish Seaham
Region North East

Home Ownership in Cold Hesledon

Of the 13,419 households in and around Cold Hesledon, 61% are owned, 22% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 61% Social rented 22% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cold Hesledon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cold Hesledon

What is the population of Cold Hesledon?
Cold Hesledon has a population of approximately 29,883 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Cold Hesledon?
The average property in and around Cold Hesledon sold for about £169,707, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 51% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Cold Hesledon a deprived area?
Cold Hesledon sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Cold Hesledon?
Cold Hesledon is covered by the SR7 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Cold Hesledon?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Cold Hesledon, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Cold Hesledon?
The nearest railway station to Cold Hesledon is Sunderland Train Station, about 5.9 miles away.

Streets in SR7 30 shown View all streets

A182 4 A19 4 Adelaide Row 4 Admiralty Way 2 Adolphus Street West 1 Aged Miners Homes 1 Akon Street 1 Albert Street 1 Aldeburgh Way 1 Alder Grove 1 Alexandrina Street 3 Alfred Street 1 Alfred Street East 1 Aline Street 1 Alnmouth Way 1 Ambleside Avenue 2 Antrim Gardens 1 Ash Crescent 4 Ash Terrace 3 Aspen Grove 1 Avoncroft Close 1 B1285 18 B1404 2 Back North Railway Street 4 Back North Terrace 1 Back South Railway Street 3 Bamburgh Drive 1 Barnes Road 4 Bath Terrace 1 Beadnell Drive 1

Postcodes in SR7 50 shown View all postcodes

SR7 0AA SR7 0AD SR7 0AE SR7 0AF SR7 0AG SR7 0AH SR7 0AJ SR7 0AL SR7 0AN SR7 0AP SR7 0AQ SR7 0AR SR7 0AS SR7 0AU SR7 0AW SR7 0AX SR7 0AY SR7 0AZ SR7 0BA SR7 0BB SR7 0BD SR7 0BE SR7 0BF SR7 0BG SR7 0BH SR7 0BL SR7 0BN SR7 0BP SR7 0BQ SR7 0BS SR7 0BT SR7 0BU SR7 0BW SR7 0BX SR7 0BY SR7 0BZ SR7 0DA SR7 0DB SR7 0DE SR7 0DG SR7 0DH SR7 0DJ SR7 0DL SR7 0DN SR7 0DP SR7 0DQ SR7 0DR SR7 0DS SR7 0DT SR7 0DU