Front Street is in Framwellgate Moor, Durham and in Durham district. DH1 5BL is located in the Framwellgate and Newton Hall 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 Front Street, Framwellgate Moor, Durham, DH1 5BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH1 5EE, DH1 5BJ, DH1 5EG, DH1 5EQ, DH1 5EF, DH1 5EH, DH1 5ED, DH1 5BD, DH1 5EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH1 5BL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 49.4% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.6% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 5BL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% 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 | 22.1% | 26.7% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.4% | 61.4% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 5.7% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 6.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 46.9% | 45.6% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 39.4% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 12.4% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 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.
In the area around DH1 5BL this area, 8.5% 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 46.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.6% | 8.5% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 5.6% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 15.5% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.2% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17.4% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 46% | 46.5% | 0.5% | 33.8% | 12.7% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 4.6% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 3.9% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.5% | 88% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
In this area, 88% 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 | 96.6% | 88% | -8.6% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 5.4% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 89.1% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.7% | 37.2% | -9.5% |
| Christian | 64.5% | 46.2% | 18.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Front Street was 12.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.7% lower than the Framwellgate and Newton Hall average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Front Street has the 7th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Framwellgate and Newton Hall and the 77th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Front Street, Durham, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-05-25 | £124,213 |
| 47 Front Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £107,500 | 2019-04-26 | £155,023 |
| 49 Front Street, Durham, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2017-02-23 | £76,098 |
| 48 Front Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2011-05-20 | £97,810 |
| The Old Parsonage Front Street, Durham, Durham Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2003-11-19 | £661,585 |
DH1 5BL 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 5BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,637 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Framwellgate Moor Primary School Newton Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5BG | 4out of 4 | 301 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham Carrhouse Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5LZ | - not rated | 817 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School Langley Road , Newton Hall Estate DH1 5LP | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Newton Hall Infants' School Langley Road , Newton Hall DH1 5LP | 3out of 4 | 1,182 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finchale Primary School Canterbury Road , Newton Hall DH1 5XT | 3out of 4 | 2,137 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Framwellgate School Durham Newton Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5BQ | 2out of 4 | 447 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic School North End , DH1 4NG | 3out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Crossgate Moor , DH1 4SU | 4out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Sixth Form Centre Providence Row , The Sands DH1 1SG | 4out of 4 | 2,316 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Community Business College for Technology and Enterprise Bracken Court , Ushaw Moor DH7 7NG | 2out of 4 | 3,695 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 | 271 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Trinity School & Sports College Dunholme Close , Aykley Heads DH1 5WB | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Independent Grammar School:Durham Claypath , Durham DH1 1RH | - not rated | 2,505 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 2,921 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Durham University Office , Old Evet DH1 3HP | - not rated | 2,983 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham School Quarry Heads Lane , DURHAM DH1 4SZ | - not rated | 3,053 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Cafe | Framwellgate Moor Youth & Community Association, Front Street | 1 yd | |
| Millennium Restaurant | 30 Front Street | 83 yd | |
| RVS University Hospital | University Hospital Of North Durham, North Road | 891 yd | |
| University Hospital Of North Durham | North Road | 891 yd | |
| The Wright Cafe | Police Headquarters | 928 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquis Of Granby | Front Street | 2 yd | |
| Framwellgate Moor & Pity Me Working Mens Club | 34 Front Street | 82 yd | |
| Queens Head | 27 Front Street | 83 yd | |
| The Gate | 3 Beech Road | 418 yd | |
| Bede Lodge Social Club | Bede Lodge House, Finchale Road | 845 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framwellgate Fishpan | 30a Front Street | 59 yd | |
| Oliver's | 34 Front Street | 82 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 31a Front Street | 83 yd | |
| Pasha Pizza | 18 Front Street | 192 yd | |
| New Peking House | 3-4 Front Street | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 26 Front Street | 192 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | Unit 1 Salutation Building, Dryburn View | 394 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 2 Alnwick Road | 1,022 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Framwellgate Moor King George V Playing Fields FRONT STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 111 yd |
| Framwellgate Moor Primary School NEWTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 280 yd |
| Steps2Fitness | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 327 yd |
| Framwellgate School Durham NEWTON DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Durham Moor DURHAM MOOR TENNIS CLUB DURHAM MOOR TENNIS CLUB DURHAM MOOR CRESCENT | tennis courts | 631 yd |
| Durham Trinity School DURHAM TRINITY SCHOOL AND SPORTS COLLEGE DURHAM TRINITY SCHOOL AND SPORTS COLLEGE AYKLEY HEADS ROAD | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| Aykley Heads Sports Centre (Closed) Police Headquarters Police Headquarters | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 931 yd |
| Blue Coat Junior C Of E (Aided) School LANGLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,050 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 | 64.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 64.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 64.7% |
| 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.