Hartlepool is a port town which is located in the County of Durham, in North East England. With a population of 300,000, this charming town boasts many historical sights as well as beaches on one side and countryside on the other. The town has a rich heritage of fishing and so remains one of the UK's best hotspots for passionate anglers. With a great mix of both characterful detached and terraced town houses, along with the thriving attractions that the town has to offer, Hartlepool is a popular destination for a diverse group of residents, from young families to professionals alike.
Many Restaurants and Bars can be found at the idyllic Hartlepool marina, from Indian and Thai to Italian and British, there is something available for every palate. As well as the array of eateries and their picturesque sea-view, residents are treated to some great attractions which are dotted around the area, this includes The Town Hall Theatre, The National Museum of the Royal Navy, Summerhill Country Park and Seal Sands- for nature lovers.
Hartlepool has been named among the Top 10 most un-safe places to live of all the towns, cities and villages of Durham. The town has a 40% higher crime rate than North East overall and 39% higher crime rate than England, Wales and Northern Ireland overall.
Other than the local residential streets, Hartlepool doesn't have much of a variety of secure parking spaces on offer. Locals can choose from a small selection of paid hourly or monthly options, such as, Clarence Road, Premier Inn- Hartlepool Marina and Hartlepool Marina, which are all within 15 minutes of the town centre.
A large amount of nightlife is found within Hartlepool, with residents able to head to the popular venues of The Showroom, Juniper Lounge, The Lodge Bar, Bar Paris, Bar 31 and more. If residents are looking for additional Bars, Restaurants and Pubs, they can travel to the nearby buzzing cities of Middlesbrough and Newcastle.
With 40 primary Schools, 8 Secondary Schools and a number of Sixth forms and Colleges, Hartlepool is a great location for families. Parents have a great choice of education in the area, including the nearby Schools of, St John Vianney RC Primary School, Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Eskdale Academy, Hartlepool College of Further Education and Hartlepool Sixth Form College.
Dog walkers have many different areas to take their furry friends to explore. Some nearby scenic options can be found at Summerhill Country Park, Ward Jackson Park, King Oswy Park and Burn Valley Gardens.
Hartlepool is well-connected and with the Hartlepool station just minutes from the town centre, there are regular trains which connect the town to the rest of the UK. Residents can find services which run across the North East to the likes of Newcastle, Middlesbrough and Sunderland as well as connecting trains if they are looking to travel to London. Local Buses and Coaches are also available in the area.