Beechdale Road is in Durham and in Durham district. DH1 2AT 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 Beechdale Road, Durham, DH1 2AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH1 2AS, DH1 2AD, DH1 2QR, DH1 2BF, DH1 1NE, DH1 2BA, DH1 2AB, DH1 2AP, DH1 2BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH1 2AT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 50.5% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46% | 49.5% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 2AT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.8% 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 | 24.1% | 32.1% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 51.8% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 6.9% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 7.7% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 39.1% | 45.4% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 39.2% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 18% | 9.9% | -8.1% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 10.9% | -11.2% | 18.2% | -7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 8.4% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 11.6% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.2% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 18.9% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 40.4% | 8.8% | 33.8% | 6.6% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.3% | 92.9% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 94.9% | 92.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 93.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29% | 37.2% | -8.2% |
| Christian | 66% | 46.2% | 19.8% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beechdale Road was 300.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 143.6% higher than the Belmont average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Beechdale Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Belmont and the 120th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Beechdale Road, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2024-08-29 | £213,146 |
| 8 Beechdale Road, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2024-05-31 | £213,630 |
| 9 Beechdale Road, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-07-28 | £218,200 |
| 10 Beechdale Road, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2021-01-07 | £200,466 |
| 1 Beechdale Road, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2014-12-12 | £286,502 |
DH1 2AT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 2AT 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School Buckinghamshire Road , Belmont DH1 2QP | 2out of 4 | 326 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School Scardale Way , Belmont DH1 2TX | 3out of 4 | 442 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont Thorndale Road , DH1 2AQ | - not rated | 450 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Gilesgate Primary School Kepier Crescent , Gilesgate DH1 1PH | 2out of 4 | 1,674 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 | 1,688 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 397 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Sixth Form Centre Providence Row , The Sands DH1 1SG | 4out of 4 | 3,536 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic School North End , DH1 4NG | 3out of 4 | 4,407 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Framwellgate School Durham Newton Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5BQ | 2out of 4 | 4,433 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Crossgate Moor , DH1 4SU | 4out of 4 | 5,146 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 | 5,070 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Durham University Office , Old Evet DH1 3HP | - not rated | 3,530 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Independent Grammar School:Durham Claypath , Durham DH1 1RH | - not rated | 3,584 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 4,061 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Trinity School & Sports College Dunholme Close , Aykley Heads DH1 5WB | 3out of 4 | 4,236 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham School Quarry Heads Lane , DURHAM DH1 4SZ | - not rated | 4,514 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Parish Hall | Broomside Lane | 116 yd | |
| Daisy Rose Coffee House | 14 Cheveley Park Shopping Centre | 194 yd | |
| Bannatynes Hotel and Health Club | Eden Terrace | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travellers Rest | Broomside Lane | 270 yd | |
| Belmont Social Club and Institute Ltd | High Street | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Pizza | 12 Cheveley Park Shopping Centre | 194 yd | |
| Belmont Tandoori | 16 Cheveley Park Shopping Centre | 194 yd | |
| Levaro | 2 Cheveley Park Shopping Centre | 194 yd | |
| Battered & Fried | 68 High Street | 423 yd | |
| Stivano’s Pizza Plus | 99a High Street | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 18-20 Cheveley Park Shopping Centre | 194 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 31 High Street, Misterton | 424 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Rc Primary School THORNDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Belmont Community School BUCKINGHAMSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 578 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 | 855 yd |
| Ramside Hall Hotel & Golf Club | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,060 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 33.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 79.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.