Delaval is in Chester Le Street and in Chester-Le-Street district. DH2 2EB is located in the Chester-le-Street West Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Delaval, Chester Le Street, DH2 2EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH2 2EF, DH2 2EP, DH2 2DT, DH2 2TH, DH2 2EW, DH2 2DR, DH2 2EA, DH2 2EJ, DH2 2DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH2 2EB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 51.3% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 45.5% | 48.7% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 DH2 2EB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% 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 | 25.6% | 23.6% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 52.8% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 11% | 9.5% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 11.6% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 (69.6%) 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 | 27.7% | 33.5% | 5.8% | 48.4% | -14.9% |
| Good health | 45.5% | 36.1% | -9.4% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 22.3% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 7.3% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.2% | 27.6% | -0.6% | 18.2% | 9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 10.1% | -8.0% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 14.6% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 9% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 18.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 17.6% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| White | 100% | 97.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 98.1% | 98.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Delaval was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Chester-le-Street South average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% 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 Delaval, Chester Le Street, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £101,500 | 2021-10-29 | £117,566 |
| 49 Delaval, Chester Le Street, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £49,950 | 2020-04-21 | £73,700 |
| 46 Delaval, Chester Le Street, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2019-03-18 | £121,058 |
| 35 Delaval, Chester Le Street, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2016-10-07 | £158,743 |
| 35 Delaval, Chester Le Street, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £66,500 | 2015-11-06 | £98,175 |
DH2 2EB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DH2 2EB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bullion Lane Primary School Bullion Lane , DH2 2DP | 3out of 4 | 425 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newker Primary School Waldridge Road , DH2 3AA | 3out of 4 | 642 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School Hilda Park , DH2 2JT | 2out of 4 | 1,062 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cestria Primary School Church Chare , DH3 3PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street Ropery Lane , DH3 3PH | - not rated | 1,448 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermitage Academy Waldridge Lane , DH2 3AD | 1out of 4 | 420 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Church Chare , DH3 3QA | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 4,891 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wait Er While | Bullion Hall, South Approach | 395 yd | |
| The Bombay Lounge CLS Ltd | Cookson House, Cookson Terrace | 550 yd | |
| Cafe @ the Elms | Moorfoot Avenue | 808 yd | |
| Lou's | Unit 2 St Cuthberts Walk | 1,000 yd | |
| Fuel Cafe | Mains House, 143 Front Street | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Whitehills | Waldridge Road | 494 yd | |
| Garden Farm Hotel | Carlingford Road | 832 yd | |
| Osborne Working Mens Club Ltd | Osborne Road | 883 yd | |
| Masonic Temple Association | Masonic Hall, Station Road | 935 yd | |
| Market Tavern | South Burns | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhillons Golden Fry | 45 Gibside | 350 yd | |
| Ruben’s Golden Fry | 5 Carlingford Road | 832 yd | |
| My Masala | 1a Avondale Terrace | 887 yd | |
| South Pelaw Chinese Takeaway | Glenavon Avenue | 935 yd | |
| Desserts Delivered Durham | 2 West Lane | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 7 The Avenue | 432 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 17 St Cuthberts Walk | 1,000 yd | |
| Morrisons | St Cuthberts Walk | 1,000 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 119 Front Street | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bullion Lane Primary School BULLION LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 316 yd |
| Hermitage Academy WALDRIDGE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 469 yd |
| Newker Primary School WALDRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 543 yd |
| Whitehill Football Ground (Closed) Lingholme | grass pitches | 544 yd |
| Peak Body Gym FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,077 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 | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| 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 | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.