DH1 2SJ is in Sherburn House, Durham and Durham district. DH1 2SJ 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 Sherburn House, Durham, DH1 2SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH1 2SJ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.5% 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 | 55.4% | 58.5% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 7.5% |
| Male | 44.6% | 41.5% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -7.5% |
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 | 29.8% | 16.9% | -12.9% | 37.9% | -21.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.1% | 46.5% | 11.4% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 7% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 21.7% | 29.6% | 7.9% | 6.1% | 23.5% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (60.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.6% | 33.5% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -14.9% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 27.2% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 21.9% | 31.6% | 9.7% | 12.7% | 18.9% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5.1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 53.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 12.6% | -17.2% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.4% | 11.9% | 3.5% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.4% | 8.4% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 11.2% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.1% | 53.1% | 11.0% | 33.8% | 19.3% |
| Other | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.9% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 93.5% | 93.7% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 93.7% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 1.3% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.6% | 76.7% | -12.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Turkey | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.3% | 13.5% | 18.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.5% | 37.2% | -16.7% |
| Christian | 70.8% | 46.2% | 24.6% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around DH1 2SJ was 152.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.3% higher than the Coxhoe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
DH1 2SJ has the 7th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Coxhoe and the 394th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 66.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mews Whitwell Grange, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2018-10-10 | £637,059 |
| Swiss Cottage Whitwell Grange, Durham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2015-09-24 | £489,907 |
| The Mews Whitwell Grange, Durham, Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2006-06-06 | £554,527 |
| Swiss Cottage Whitwell Grange, Durham, Durham Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2006-03-16 | £311,705 |
DH1 2SJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DH1 2SJ 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 2SJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 1,382 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurel Avenue Community Primary School Laurel Avenue , The Woodlands DH1 2EY | 3out of 4 | 2,305 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherburn Primary School Cookshold Lane , Sherburn Village DH6 1DU | 3out of 4 | 2,383 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate Mill Lane , Gilesgate DH1 2JQ | - not rated | 2,385 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham Renny's Lane , Gilesgate DH1 2HZ | 3out of 4 | 2,401 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 | 2,715 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Sixth Form Centre Providence Row , The Sands DH1 1SG | 4out of 4 | 3,893 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic School North End , DH1 4NG | 3out of 4 | 4,922 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Crossgate Moor , DH1 4SU | 4out of 4 | 5,316 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 | 3,382 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Independent Grammar School:Durham Claypath , Durham DH1 1RH | - not rated | 3,774 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 3,788 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham School Quarry Heads Lane , DURHAM DH1 4SZ | - not rated | 4,087 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham High School for Girls Farewell Hall , South Road DH1 3TB | - not rated | 4,376 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.