Red Hills Lane is in Durham and in Durham district. DH1 4AW is located in the Neville's Cross 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 Red Hills Lane, Durham, DH1 4AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH1 4AU, DH1 4AT, DH1 4AP, DH1 4AS, DH1 4BF, DH1 4AA, DH1 4DR, DH1 4AJ, DH1 4AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH1 4AW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 52% | 54.7% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 48% | 45.3% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 4AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.5% 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 | 18.9% | 19.3% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.5% | 67.5% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 23.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 4.1% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 6% | 7.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 (86.8%) 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 | 59.9% | 53.6% | -6.3% | 48.4% | 5.2% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 33.2% | 5.4% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 7.9% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 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 4AW this area, 6.2% 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 71.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 6.2% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 5.8% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 10.7% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 64.7% | 71.6% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 37.8% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 91.4% | 91.9% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 89.7% | 89% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 2.7% | -2.6% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 89% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.4% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0.7% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Red Hills Lane was 17.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.8% lower than the Brandon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Red Hills Lane has the 6th lowest crime rate of 60 local areas in Brandon and the 139th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Redhills Lane, Durham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-10-07 | £521,078 |
| 34 Redhills Lane, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-09-30 | £393,418 |
| 42 Redhills Lane, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,000 | 2021-05-25 | £333,674 |
| 34 Redhills Lane, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2019-05-21 | £390,639 |
| 36 Red Hills Lane, Durham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2015-06-30 | £647,546 |
DH1 4AW 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 52 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 2,389 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery Relly Path , Neville's Cross DH1 4JG | 3out of 4 | 606 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Crossgate Peth , DH1 4QB | 4out of 4 | 753 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School Church Street , DH1 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,703 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Moor Primary School Brandon Lane , Langley Moor DH7 8LL | 3out of 4 | 2,329 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Framwellgate Moor Primary School Newton Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5BG | 4out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Crossgate Moor , DH1 4SU | 4out of 4 | 370 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic School North End , DH1 4NG | 3out of 4 | 975 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Sixth Form Centre Providence Row , The Sands DH1 1SG | 4out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Framwellgate School Durham Newton Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5BQ | 2out of 4 | 2,563 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Community Business College for Technology and Enterprise Bracken Court , Ushaw Moor DH7 7NG | 2out of 4 | 3,104 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 | 2,315 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham School Quarry Heads Lane , DURHAM DH1 4SZ | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 1,266 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Independent Grammar School:Durham Claypath , Durham DH1 1RH | - not rated | 1,500 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Durham University Office , Old Evet DH1 3HP | - not rated | 1,725 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Trinity School & Sports College Dunholme Close , Aykley Heads DH1 5WB | 3out of 4 | 1,760 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holi & Bhang Restaurant | Farnley Tower Guesthouse, The Avenue | 437 yd | |
| Waddington Street Centre | 3 Waddington Street | 460 yd | |
| St Johns Church & Church Centre | St Johns Church, Crossgate Peth | 529 yd | |
| Wharton Park Cafe | Wharton Park Visitors Centre, Wharton Park, Framwelgate Peth | 632 yd | |
| Antico Restaurant | Nevilles Cross Complex, Darlington Road | 642 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colpitts Hotel | Colpitts Terrace | 511 yd | |
| The Bridge Hotel | 40 North Road | 653 yd | |
| The Station House | North Road | 653 yd | |
| Ye Olde Elm Tree Inn | 12 Crossgate | 745 yd | |
| Bar 33 | 29-33 Neville Street | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen 38 | 38 North Road | 653 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 41-43 North Road | 653 yd | |
| Pizzaco / Monster Burgerz / Crunchy Chikin | 37 North Road | 661 yd | |
| 4 Seasons Tree | 52 North Road | 739 yd | |
| Kung Fu Noodles | 3 Neville Street | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Newcastle Road | 403 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 3 North Road | 869 yd | |
| Iceland | 4 North Road | 869 yd | |
| Tesco | 18 North Road | 869 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School (Upper School) (Closed) | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 489 yd |
| Neville'S Cross Primary School RELLY PATH | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Durham Archery Lawn Tennis Club CLAY LANE | tennis courts | 776 yd |
| Shakespeare Hall Shakespeare Hall Shakespeare Hall North Road | 845 yd | |
| St Leonards Catholic School Football Pitch NORTH END | grass pitches | 930 yd |
| St Leonard'S Catholic School NORTH END | health and fitness suite | 930 yd |
| Result Fitness Gym UNIT 38B UNIT 38B THE RIVERWALK | health and fitness suite | 941 yd |
| Durham School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 943 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 | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| 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 | 49.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 62.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 62.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.67 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.