Abbey Road Industrial Estate is in Durham and in County Durham district. DH1 5HB 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 1981-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Abbey Road Industrial Estate, Durham, DH1 5HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH1 5HA, DH1 5RW, DH1 5TH, DH1 5PH, DH1 5GR, DH1 5HF, DH1 5NQ, DH1 5GS, DH1 5GB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH1 5HB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.8% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.2% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 5HB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% 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 | 35.3% | 24.3% | -11.0% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 55.8% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 13.1% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 58.8% | 46.9% | -11.9% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 36.6% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 6.2% | 14.2% | 8.0% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 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.
In the area around DH1 5HB this area, 7.7% 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 47.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.1% | 7.7% | 0.6% | 18.2% | -10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 6.8% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 15.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 18.8% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.9% | 47.3% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 13.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 3.1% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 90.5% | 86.4% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 5.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90% 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 | 88.5% | 90% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7% | 6.8% | -0.2% | 5.6% | 1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88% | 89.6% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.9% | 7.2% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.5% | 2% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| North Africa | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 4.4% | 13.5% | -9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.5% | 37.2% | -6.7% |
| Christian | 55% | 46.2% | 8.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Sikh | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Abbey Road Industrial Estate was 198.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 131.5% higher than the Framwellgate and Newton Hall average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Abbey Road Industrial Estate has the 4th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Framwellgate and Newton Hall and the 261st highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit B1 Abbey Road Industrial Estate, Durham, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £2,850,000 | 2013-09-30 | £3,553,957 |
DH1 5HB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 61 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 46 |
| Human health and social work activities | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham Carrhouse Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5LZ | - not rated | 729 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School Langley Road , Newton Hall Estate DH1 5LP | 3out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Framwellgate Moor Primary School Newton Drive , Framwellgate Moor DH1 5BG | 4out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Newton Hall Infants' School Langley Road , Newton Hall DH1 5LP | 3out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finchale Primary School Canterbury Road , Newton Hall DH1 5XT | 3out of 4 | 1,317 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 | 936 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic School North End , DH1 4NG | 3out of 4 | 2,583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Sixth Form Centre Providence Row , The Sands DH1 1SG | 4out of 4 | 3,014 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Crossgate Moor , DH1 4SU | 4out of 4 | 3,223 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Community School Buckinghamshire Road , Belmont DH1 2QP | 3out of 4 | 4,329 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 | 1,442 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 | 1,770 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Independent Grammar School:Durham Claypath , Durham DH1 1RH | - not rated | 3,228 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Durham University Office , Old Evet DH1 3HP | - not rated | 3,687 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 3,780 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham School Quarry Heads Lane , DURHAM DH1 4SZ | - not rated | 4,016 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Dafte @ Pulman | Pulman Volkswagen, Abbey Road Industrial Estate | 49 yd | |
| Bells Fish and Chips | Unit 1 Finchale Road | 109 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 6A Mercia Retail Park | 155 yd | |
| Asda Living Cafe | Unit 3 Mercia Retail Park | 155 yd | |
| Northumbrian Water | Abbey Road | 166 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Indoor Bowling Club | Abbey Road | 268 yd | |
| Bede Lodge Social Club | Bede Lodge House, Finchale Road | 469 yd | |
| The Newton Grange | Finchale Road | 730 yd | |
| Jovial Monk | Canterbury Road | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Gourmet | Sainsburys, Unit K Arnison Retail Centre | 285 yd | |
| Subway | Unit O Arnison Retail Centre | 316 yd | |
| Newton Fish Bar | Carr House Drive | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Unit K Arnison Retail Centre | 285 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 2 Alnwick Road | 666 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | Carr House Drive | 702 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Healthlands Club (Durham) FINCHALE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 207 yd |
| Abbey Leisure Centre (Durham) ABBEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 344 yd |
| Durham Indoor Bowls Club ABBEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 454 yd |
| Low Carr FROSTERLEY CLOSE | grass pitches | 853 yd |
| Blue Coat Junior C Of E (Aided) School LANGLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 942 yd |
| Framwellgate School Durham NEWTON DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 960 yd |
| Framwellgate Moor Primary School NEWTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,066 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.