| Council | County Durham |
| Crime Rate | ✓average |
| Demographics | 😔 High Unemployment |
£98,347
£208,033
£102,202
£71,505
Is Peterlee a nice place to live?
Peterlee is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area.
How safe is Peterlee?
Peterlee has an average crime rate of 160.2 crimes per 1,000 people, similar to most areas. Crime hotspots have been reported near Surtees Road and Parking Area, as reported by Durham Constabulary.
What are the best schools in Peterlee?
Peterlee has 24 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding school is The Academy at Shotton Hall. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall and Cotsford Primary School. Note: 3 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Peterlee?
The majority of residents in Peterlee identify as White (British) (97%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (97%). The most common religion is Christian (51%).