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Hardwick
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Hardwick is located in County Durham
Hardwick
Hardwick
Population 7,500 (2011.Ward)
OS grid reference NZ418214
Unitary authority
  • Stockton-on-Tees
Ceremonial county
Region
Country England
Sovereign state United Kingdom
Post town STOCKTON-ON-TEES
Postcode district TS19 8
Police Cleveland
Fire Cleveland
Ambulance North East
EU Parliament North East England
List of places
UK
England
County Durham
54°35′10″N 1°21′14″W / 54.586°N 1.354°W / 54.586; -1.354

Hardwick is a community located in the western part of Stockton-on-Tees, in County Durham, northern England. It is home to the important University Hospital of North Tees. In 2011, about 6,881 people lived in the Hardwick area.

Exploring Hardwick

Hardwick is a lively area within the larger borough of Stockton-on-Tees. It's known for its community spirit and local services.

Where is Hardwick Located?

Hardwick is surrounded by other areas. To the northwest, you'll find Harrowgate Lane. Roseworth is to the east. To the south are Bishopsgarth and Elm Tree Farm. This location makes Hardwick a connected part of the wider Stockton-on-Tees region.

The University Hospital of North Tees

A very important building in Hardwick is the University Hospital of North Tees. This hospital used to be called North Tees General Hospital. It provides healthcare services for many people in the area.

Community Life in Hardwick

Hardwick has a strong sense of community. Local people work together to improve their neighborhood.

Modern Changes to Homes

Between 2003 and 2012, some big changes happened in Hardwick. About 200 houses were taken down and new ones were built in their place. This helped to update the housing in the area.

Local Groups and Associations

Many groups help make Hardwick a better place to live.

  • Hardwick in Partnership: This group helps run the local community center. They took over this role in 2014.
  • Phoenix Youth Service: This service supports young people in Hardwick.
  • Hardwick Residents Association: This group represents the people who live in Hardwick. They work to make sure residents' voices are heard.

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