Ferens Close is in Durham and in Durham district. DH1 1JX is located in the Elvet and Gilesgate 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 Ferens Close, Durham, DH1 1JX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH1 1HX, DH1 1JY, DH1 1NU, DH1 1LE, DH1 1JU, DH1 1LW, DH1 1NY, DH1 1JW, DH1 1JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH1 1JX has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.3% of the population 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 | 47.4% | 58.3% | 10.9% | 51.0% | 7.3% |
| Male | 52.6% | 41.7% | -10.9% | 49.0% | -7.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DH1 1JX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.9% | 59.8% | 17.9% | 37.9% | 21.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 31.6% | -19.6% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 3.6% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -5.5% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.8% | 54.2% | -3.6% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 33.9% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 9.3% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 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 1JX this area, 3.4% 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 | 4% | 3.4% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -14.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -8.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.1% | 3.6% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -9.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 24.8% | 34.5% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 17.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.5% | 53.3% | -4.2% | 33.8% | 19.5% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 10.9% | 9.8% | 0.7% | 10.2% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 95.1% | 79.8% | -15.3% | 81.4% | -1.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 75.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 75.4% | -13.1% | 83.2% | -7.8% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 3.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 17.2% | 14.3% | 5.6% | 11.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.6% | 75.4% | -12.2% | 83.2% | -7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 1.3% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 4.9% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 14.2% | 9.3% | 1.9% | 12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 11.2% | 0.3% | 10.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ferens Close was 77.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 100.8% higher than the Durham South average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Ferens Close has the 8th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Durham South and the 840th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 71.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Ferens Close, Durham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-08-15 | £336,608 |
| 31 Ferens Close, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £369,950 | 2022-08-31 | £410,178 |
| 33 Ferens Close, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £369,950 | 2022-08-26 | £410,178 |
| 29 Ferens Close, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £374,950 | 2022-07-29 | £423,030 |
| 35 Ferens Close, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £365,000 | 2022-06-30 | £420,946 |
DH1 1JX 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 student residents living in DH1 1JX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 194 |
| Retired | 109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley Moor Nursery School Brandon Lane , Langley Moor DH7 8LL | 4out of 4 | 3,922 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School Church Street , DH1 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,248 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurel Avenue Community Primary School Laurel Avenue , The Woodlands DH1 2EY | 3out of 4 | 1,480 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Gilesgate Primary School Kepier Crescent , Gilesgate DH1 1PH | 2out of 4 | 1,598 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate Mill Lane , Gilesgate DH1 2JQ | - not rated | 1,643 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Crossgate Peth , DH1 4QB | 4out of 4 | 1,656 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Sixth Form Centre Providence Row , The Sands DH1 1SG | 4out of 4 | 283 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic School North End , DH1 4NG | 3out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Crossgate Moor , DH1 4SU | 4out of 4 | 1,897 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Framwellgate School Durham Newton Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5BQ | 2out of 4 | 2,234 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Community School Buckinghamshire Road , Belmont DH1 2QP | 3out of 4 | 2,890 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 | 2,524 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 | 415 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Durham University Office , Old Evet DH1 3HP | - not rated | 759 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 1,067 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham School Quarry Heads Lane , DURHAM DH1 4SZ | - not rated | 1,487 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Trinity School & Sports College Dunholme Close , Aykley Heads DH1 5WB | 3out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claypath Delicatessen | 57 Claypath | 358 yd | |
| Chapel Heights Student Roost | Chapel Heights | 386 yd | |
| The Capital Indian Restaurant | 69 Claypath | 417 yd | |
| Bistro Italiano | 70 Claypath | 417 yd | |
| Sense Chinese Restaurant | 80 Claypath | 417 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodman Inn | 23 Gilesgate | 283 yd | |
| College of St Hild & St Bede Bar | St Hilds Lane | 466 yd | |
| The Big Jug | 83 Claypath | 576 yd | |
| The Duck | 91a Claypath | 576 yd | |
| Whisky River | 47 High Street | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Sicily 2 | 10 Station Lane | 430 yd | |
| Subway | 92a Claypath | 576 yd | |
| Pizza Base | 86 Claypath | 576 yd | |
| Pizza King | 85 Claypath | 576 yd | |
| Pizza Uno | 92 Claypath | 576 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 18-29 Claypath | 542 yd | |
| Tesco | 17 Market Place | 768 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 9 Sunderland Road | 935 yd | |
| Iceland | 4 North Road | 1,019 yd | |
| Tesco | 18 North Road | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Gilesgate Sports College (Sixth Form Centre) (Closed) The Sands | health and fitness suite | 381 yd |
| Durham Sixth Form Centre (Closed) THE SANDS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 386 yd |
| Freemans Quay Leisure Centre FREEMANS QUAY FREEMANS QUAY FREEMANS PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 552 yd |
| College Of St Hild And St Bede ST. HILDS LANE | squash courts, tennis courts | 590 yd |
| Durham City Swimming Baths (Closed) Elvet Waterside | swimming pool | 609 yd |
| Meridian Health & Fitness (Closed) Walkergate | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 642 yd |
| Pace Health Club (Durham) FRANKLAND LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 660 yd |
| Marriott Leisure Club (Durham Royal County) OLD ELVET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 701 yd |
| The Racecourse Old Elvet | grass pitches, squash courts | 815 yd |
| Hmp Durham 19B 19B OLD ELVET | artificial grass pitch | 900 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 | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 230.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 186.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.