Rowan Tree Avenue is in Durham and in Durham district. DH1 1DU is located in the Belmont electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of City of Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rowan Tree Avenue, Durham, DH1 1DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH1 1DX, DH1 1DT, DH1 1DL, DH1 1DY, DH1 1LL, DH1 1DN, DH1 1DS, DH1 1DW, DH1 1DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH1 1DU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 53.3% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 47.6% | 46.7% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DH1 1DU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.6% | 23.6% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 54.5% | -11.3% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 7% | 6.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.4% | 45.1% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 42.1% | 35.3% | -6.8% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 15.9% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around DH1 1DU this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 53.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 4.9% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 12.7% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 11% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.4% | 53.3% | 9.9% | 33.8% | 19.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.6% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.3% | 93.4% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 92.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.2% | 92.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 92.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.3% | 37.2% | -6.9% |
| Christian | 62.1% | 46.2% | 15.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rowan Tree Avenue was 58.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.7% lower than the Belmont average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rowan Tree Avenue has the 21st lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Belmont and the 682nd lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Rowan Tree Avenue, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2025-03-07 | £177,488 |
| 32 Rowan Tree Avenue, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-08-09 | £293,948 |
| 10 Rowan Tree Avenue, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2022-04-12 | £196,122 |
| 24 Rowan Tree Avenue, Durham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2019-11-21 | £238,507 |
| 24 Rowan Tree Avenue, Durham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2018-12-03 | £175,797 |
DH1 1DU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in DH1 1DU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 129 |
| Full-Time Employee | 125 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Gilesgate Primary School Kepier Crescent , Gilesgate DH1 1PH | 2out of 4 | 364 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham Renny's Lane , Gilesgate DH1 2HZ | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate Mill Lane , Gilesgate DH1 2JQ | - not rated | 848 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurel Avenue Community Primary School Laurel Avenue , The Woodlands DH1 2EY | 3out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School Buckinghamshire Road , Belmont DH1 2QP | 2out of 4 | 1,302 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Community School Buckinghamshire Road , Belmont DH1 2QP | 3out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Sixth Form Centre Providence Row , The Sands DH1 1SG | 4out of 4 | 2,027 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic School North End , DH1 4NG | 3out of 4 | 2,872 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Framwellgate School Durham Newton Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5BQ | 2out of 4 | 3,064 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Crossgate Moor , DH1 4SU | 4out of 4 | 3,617 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New College Durham Framwellgate Moor Centre , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5ES | - not rated | 3,641 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Independent Grammar School:Durham Claypath , Durham DH1 1RH | - not rated | 2,101 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Durham University Office , Old Evet DH1 3HP | - not rated | 2,138 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 2,645 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Trinity School & Sports College Dunholme Close , Aykley Heads DH1 5WB | 3out of 4 | 2,744 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham School Quarry Heads Lane , DURHAM DH1 4SZ | - not rated | 3,102 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Pulman | Belmont Industrial Estate | 174 yd | |
| Extra Time Cafe Bar | New Ferens Park, Belmont Industrial Estate | 336 yd | |
| True Padel Ltd | New Ferens Park, Belmont Industrial Estate | 336 yd | |
| Infinite Air | New Ferens Park, Belmont Industrial Estate | 336 yd | |
| Lickity Split | New Ferens Park, Belmont Industrial Estate | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Cinema Launderette | 38 Marshall Terrace | 633 yd | |
| Gilesgate Moor Hotel | Teasdale Terrace | 912 yd | |
| New Durham Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd | Mill Lane | 938 yd | |
| The Shoes | 16 Sunderland Road | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilesgate Tandoori | 39 Marshall Terrace | 633 yd | |
| Janis Deli | 40 Marshall Terrace | 633 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 33 Marshall Terrace | 633 yd | |
| Bells Fish & Chips | The Garth, Sunderland Road | 757 yd | |
| Gilesgate Golden Chippy | 13 Gort Place | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Dragon Lane | 881 yd | |
| Lidl | Damson Way | 1,017 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Soccarena | artificial grass pitch | 345 yd |
| Durham Gilesgate Primary School KEPIER CRESCENT | grass pitches | 432 yd |
| Belmont Park SUNDERLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 462 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Durham) BANNATYNES HEALTH CLUB AND HOTEL BANNATYNES HEALTH CLUB AND HOTEL EDEN TERRACE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 724 yd |
| St Joseph'S Rc Primary School MILL LANE | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Belmont Community School BUCKINGHAMSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,091 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 42 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.