High Street is in High Shincliffe, Durham and in Durham district. DH1 2PN is located in the Durham South 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 High Street, High Shincliffe, Durham, DH1 2PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH1 2FD, DH1 2PF, DH1 2PT, DH1 2PH, DH1 2UB, DH1 2PW, DH1 2PJ, DH1 2PL, DH1 2PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH1 2PN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 53.6% | 53.1% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 46.4% | 46.9% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.7% | 28.5% | -8.2% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.3% | 44.7% | 3.4% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 10% | 13.8% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 8.1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 41% | 46.9% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 28.3% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 22.1% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 9.4% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 2.8% | -5.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
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 50.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.7% | 14.9% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 10.7% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 9.1% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.4% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 7.4% | -5.9% | 16.9% | -9.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.7% | 50.4% | 7.7% | 33.8% | 16.6% |
| Other | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 94% | 96.6% | 2.6% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 91.6% | 92.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 92.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 2.8% | -2.6% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 19.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.1% lower than the Coxhoe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
High Street has the 4th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Coxhoe and the 185th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 High Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-02-14 | £164,091 |
| 3 High Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-08-15 | £223,992 |
| 9 High Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-09-09 | £188,958 |
| 3 High Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-03-31 | £160,488 |
| 4 High Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2021-03-05 | £190,678 |
DH1 2PN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 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 | 4,893 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shincliffe CofE (Controlled) Primary School Beal Walk , High Shincliffe DH1 2PN | 4out of 4 | 151 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurel Avenue Community Primary School Laurel Avenue , The Woodlands DH1 2EY | 3out of 4 | 2,638 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School Church Street , DH1 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,878 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowburn Primary School Crowtrees Lane , DH6 5FP | 3out of 4 | 2,939 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate Mill Lane , Gilesgate DH1 2JQ | - not rated | 2,955 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,776 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Community School Buckinghamshire Road , Belmont DH1 2QP | 3out of 4 | 3,849 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic School North End , DH1 4NG | 3out of 4 | 4,692 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Crossgate Moor , DH1 4SU | 4out of 4 | 4,849 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 3,124 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham High School for Girls Farewell Hall , South Road DH1 3TB | - not rated | 3,171 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 3,343 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham School Quarry Heads Lane , DURHAM DH1 4SZ | - not rated | 3,486 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Independent Grammar School:Durham Claypath , Durham DH1 1RH | - not rated | 3,596 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betty Bee's Coffee Shop | Tintagel, High Street | 148 yd | |
| Brambles Coffee Shop | Poplar Tree Garden Centre, Hall Lane | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Stars Inn | High Street North | 819 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shincliffe Primary School HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 90 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.