Church View is in Durham and in Durham district. DH1 2QS 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 Church View, Durham, DH1 2QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH1 1NN, DH1 1NP, DH1 2AA, DH1 2QW, DH1 1NR, DH1 2QR, DH1 2UW, DH1 2QD, DH1 2BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH1 2QS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.7% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.3% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 30.2% | 35.6% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.8% | 42% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 12.7% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 7.3% | -5.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 45.7% | 48.5% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 28.9% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 19.5% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 2.6% | -4.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 22.7% | 14.6% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 9.2% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 17% | 5.0% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 15.5% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 35% | 3.6% | 33.8% | 1.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.6% | 97% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 98.2% | 92.1% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 93.5% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 4.2% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 4.5% | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church View was 63.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.6% lower than the Belmont average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Church View has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Belmont and the 709th lowest crime rate of 1,714 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Church View, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-06-28 | £211,373 |
| 6 Church View, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2024-04-30 | £146,796 |
| 6 Church View, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2024-04-30 | £146,796 |
| 7 Church View, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2023-12-15 | £133,100 |
| 1 Church View, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £141,500 | 2021-08-13 | £165,621 |
DH1 2QS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilesgate Nursery School Ellis Leazes , DH1 1JJ | - not rated | 2,855 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Newton Hall Nursery School Priory Road , Newton Hall DH1 5HW | - not rated | 4,041 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School The Links , Belmont DH1 2AG | 3out of 4 | 175 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Infant School Buckinghamshire Road , Belmont DH1 2QP | - not rated | 233 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary Thorndale Road , DH1 2AQ | - not rated | 489 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont Thorndale Road , DH1 2AQ | 3out of 4 | 489 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School Scardale Way , Belmont DH1 2TX | 3out of 4 | 614 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Community School The Links , Belmont DH1 2AG | 3out of 4 | 342 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Durham Free School Bradford Crescent , Gilesgate DH1 1HN | - not rated | 1,734 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham North End , DH1 4NG | - not rated | 4,241 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Comprehensive School North End , DH1 4NG | - not rated | 4,241 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Framwellgate School Durham Newton Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5BQ | - not rated | 4,295 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | - not rated | 3,365 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Sixth Form Centre Providence Row , The Sands DH1 1SG | - not rated | 3,365 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham College of Agriculture and Horticulture Houghall , DH1 3SG | - not rated | 3,572 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Durham Framwellgate Moor Centre , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5ES | - not rated | 4,925 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 | 3,359 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 3,889 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Trinity School & Sports College Dunholme Close , Aykley Heads DH1 5WB | 3out of 4 | 4,081 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bow School South Road , DH1 3LS | - not rated | 4,145 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Bow School South Road , DH1 3LS | - not rated | 4,145 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daisy Rose Coffee House | 14 Cheveley Park Shopping Centre | 144 yd | |
| Belmont Parish Hall | Broomside Lane | 160 yd | |
| Bannatynes Hotel and Health Club | Eden Terrace | 654 yd | |
| County Durham & Darlington Fire & Rescue Service | Fire And Rescue Service Headquarters, Belmont Business Park | 844 yd | |
| Chapter Two | Forth House, 6 Mandale Park | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travellers Rest | Broomside Lane | 521 yd | |
| Belmont Social Club and Institute Ltd | High Street | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Pizza | 12 Cheveley Park Shopping Centre | 144 yd | |
| Belmont Tandoori | 16 Cheveley Park Shopping Centre | 144 yd | |
| Levaro | 2 Cheveley Park Shopping Centre | 144 yd | |
| Rocco’s Deli | 3 Blue House Buildings, High Street | 197 yd | |
| Belmont Pizza House | 1 Blue House Buildings, High Street | 197 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 18-20 Cheveley Park Shopping Centre | 144 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 31 High Street, Misterton | 295 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont Community School BUCKINGHAMSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 360 yd |
| St Thomas More Rc Primary School THORNDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 538 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 | 584 yd |
| Belmont Park SUNDERLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 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 | 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 | 50.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.32 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.32 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.31 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.