About Elwick

Elwick is a small village located in County Durham, England, with the postcode area TS27. The village has a close-knit community and features a number of traditional stone buildings that reflect the local architecture. Elwick is surrounded by open countryside, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The village is conveniently situated near Hartlepool, allowing residents and visitors to access a wider range of amenities and services. Elwick has a local pub, which serves as a social hub for the community. Additionally, the village is well-connected by road, making it easy to explore the surrounding areas of County Durham.

School Ratings in Elwick

There are 69 schools in and around Elwick. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Elwick

The average property price is £139K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £67K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Elwick

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Elwick, with 9 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Elwick

Elwick sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Elwick

Broadband availability in Elwick includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,086 sales

Average Price £139K
£800 — £2.63M
Detached £268K 494
Semi £122K 483
Terraced £67K 1,001
Flat £62K 20

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

42 Primary
8 Secondary
19 Other
St Peter's Elwick Church of England Primary School Primary Good 175 yards Wrenfield Learning Centre Good 1 miles West Park Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Hart Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles High Tunstall College of Science Secondary 1.9 miles Rift House Children's Centre 2.4 miles Rift House Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Catcote Academy 2.4 miles Throston Primary School and Children's Centre 2.4 miles Throston Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Springwell School 2.4 miles English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College Secondary 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Elwick IMD 2025

Elwick sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,568 Children (0-15) 17%
13,114 Working Age 61%
6,373 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.4% 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 Elwick 39 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Elwick records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

13 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
2 Burglary
2 Shoplifting
2 Other Crime
1 Public Order
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Hartlepool Train Station 3.5 miles
Seaton Carew Train Station 4.3 miles
Billingham Train Station 5.4 miles
Middlesbrough Train Station 7.8 miles
Stockton Train Station 8.1 miles
South Bank Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dalton Piercy 0.9 miles Brierton 1.8 miles West Park 1.9 miles High Throston 2 miles Sheraton 2 miles Hart 2.2 miles West View 2.6 miles South Wingate 2.8 miles Rift House 2.8 miles Hartlepool 3.1 miles Embleton 3.1 miles Owton Manor 3.1 miles

Local Government

District County Durham
Ward Blackhalls
Constituency Easington
Parish Monk Hesleden
Region North East

Streets in TS27 30 shown View all streets

A179 4 A19 9 Abbots Lea 1 Alderwood Close 1 Alnwick Close 1 Amberwood Close 2 Applewood Close 2 Ashbrooke Court 1 Ashwood Close 1 Aspen Gardens 1 Attlee Avenue 2 B1281 2 Baker Close 1 Bartram Court 1 Beech Avenue 1 Beechwood 1 Bellows Burn Lane 3 Bevin Grove 1 Birkdale Close 1 Blackwood Close 1 Bluebell Close 2 Bradley Lowery Way 1 Brockwell 1 Brough Court 2 Buckingham Avenue 1 Burdon Walk 1 Burns Close 1 Butts Lane 3 Carnoustie Grove 1 Castle Howard Close 1

Postcodes in TS27 50 shown View all postcodes

TS27 3AA TS27 3AB TS27 3AD TS27 3AE TS27 3AG TS27 3AH TS27 3AJ TS27 3AL TS27 3AN TS27 3AP TS27 3AQ TS27 3AR TS27 3AS TS27 3AT TS27 3AU TS27 3AW TS27 3AX TS27 3AY TS27 3AZ TS27 3BA TS27 3BB TS27 3BD TS27 3BE TS27 3BF TS27 3BG TS27 3BH TS27 3BL TS27 3BP TS27 3BQ TS27 3BS TS27 3BT TS27 3BU TS27 3BW TS27 3BX TS27 3BY TS27 3BZ TS27 3DA TS27 3DB TS27 3DD TS27 3DE TS27 3DG TS27 3DH TS27 3DS TS27 3DT TS27 3DU TS27 3DX TS27 3DY TS27 3DZ TS27 3EA TS27 3EB