Front Street is in Croxdale, Durham and in Durham district. DH6 5HY is located in the Coxhoe 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, Croxdale, Durham, DH6 5HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH6 5HZ, DH6 5HX, DH6 5JA, DH6 5JB, DH6 5HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH6 5HY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 49.6% | 48.5% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 50.4% | 51.5% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 | 22.9% | 26.7% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 42.4% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 17.4% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 8.3% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 8.5% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 (64.8%) 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 | 27.9% | 31.5% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -16.9% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 33.3% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 20.7% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 14% | 10.4% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 6.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 4.1% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
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 DH6 5HY this area, 36.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.6% | 36.4% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 18.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 4.7% | -9.3% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 14% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.5% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 14.8% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 22.5% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.1% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.8% | 95.6% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
In this area, 96.3% 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% | 96.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 96.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.3% | 13.5% | 12.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.4% | 37.2% | 7.2% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Front Street was 153.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.5% higher than the Coxhoe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Front Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Coxhoe and the 390th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Front Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2024-06-14 | £55,482 |
| 12 Front Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2024-04-26 | £126,087 |
| 32 Front Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £85,070 | 2023-06-02 | £98,325 |
| 20 Front Street, Durham, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2022-12-14 | £86,111 |
| 2 Front Street, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-06-21 | £114,241 |
DH6 5HY 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 DH6 5HY 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 | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Nursery School Oxclose Crescent , DL16 6RU | 4out of 4 | 2,755 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudhoe Moor Nursery School Tudhoe Moor , DL16 6EX | 3out of 4 | 2,766 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Moor Nursery School Brandon Lane , Langley Moor DH7 8LL | 4out of 4 | 4,512 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudhoe Colliery Primary School Front Street , Tudhoe Colliery DL16 6TJ | 4out of 4 | 822 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles' Catholic Primary School, Tudhoe Durham Road , DL16 6SL | - not rated | 2,311 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ox Close Primary School Ox Close Crescent , DL16 6RU | 3out of 4 | 2,786 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Street Primary School High Grange Road , DL16 6RA | 3out of 4 | 2,798 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Park Primary School Bessemer Green , DL16 6PP | 2out of 4 | 2,926 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitworth Park Academy Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | 1out of 4 | 3,990 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferryhill Business and Enterprise College Merrington Road , DL17 8RW | 3out of 4 | 5,020 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows School Whitworth Lane , DL16 7QW | 2out of 4 | 3,845 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham High School for Girls Farewell Hall , South Road DH1 3TB | - not rated | 3,858 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Oaks Secondary School Rock Road , DL16 7DB | 4out of 4 | 4,310 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange Learning Centre , DL15 0TY | - not rated | 5,297 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Woodlands Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 3out of 4 | 5,447 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Daleside Arms | Front Street | 2 yd | |
| Penash Indian Restaurant & Bar | Croxdale Inn, Front Street East | 60 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tudhoe Colliery Primary School Front Street | grass pitches | 791 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 54.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.