Linden Park is in Brandon, Durham and in Durham district. DH7 8PX is located in the Brandon 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 Linden Park, Brandon, Durham, DH7 8PX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH7 8QD, DH7 8SL, DH7 8PP, DH7 8SJ, DH7 8PZ, DH7 8NR, DH7 8PY, DH7 8QE, DH7 8SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH7 8PX has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.1% of the population 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 | 52.1% | 57.1% | 5.0% | 51.0% | 6.1% |
| Male | 47.9% | 42.9% | -5.0% | 49.0% | -6.1% |
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 | 30.6% | 38.5% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.7% | 34.2% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -10.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.6% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 9.1% | -5.0% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 14.7% | 7.4% | 6.1% | 8.6% |
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 (66.3%) 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 | 42.4% | 37.8% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 28.5% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 16% | 24.7% | 8.7% | 12.7% | 12.0% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 7.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 1.4% | -2.5% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 DH7 8PX this area, 42.4% 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 13.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.2% | 42.4% | 0.2% | 18.2% | 24.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 8.7% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 12.6% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 12.6% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.7% | 13.9% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -19.9% |
| Other | 6.3% | 4.3% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.9% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 96.5% | 98.6% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 98.6% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.7% | 76.7% | -11.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 33.6% | 13.5% | 20.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.9% | 37.2% | 14.7% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Linden Park was 147.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.3% higher than the Brandon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Linden Park has the 13th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Brandon and the 408th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Linden Park, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2024-05-03 | £75,471 |
| 30 Linden Park, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2023-03-27 | £77,570 |
| 22 Linden Park, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-02-07 | £88,451 |
| 17 Linden Park, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-12-06 | £95,870 |
| 15 Linden Park, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2022-06-10 | £96,656 |
DH7 8PX 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 DH7 8PX 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 | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 1,831 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Primary School Carr Avenue , Brandon DH7 8NL | 3out of 4 | 621 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Browney Primary Academy Harle Street , DH7 8HX | 3out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Goatbeck Terrace , Langley Moor DH7 8JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,522 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Moor Primary School Brandon Lane , Langley Moor DH7 8LL | 3out of 4 | 1,893 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Brancepeth Primary School Rock Terrace , New Brancepeth DH7 7EU | 2out of 4 | 2,036 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Community Business College for Technology and Enterprise Bracken Court , Ushaw Moor DH7 7NG | 2out of 4 | 3,405 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Crossgate Moor , DH1 4SU | 4out of 4 | 4,156 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic School North End , DH1 4NG | 3out of 4 | 4,972 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Sixth Form Centre Providence Row , The Sands DH1 1SG | 4out of 4 | 5,416 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham High School for Girls Farewell Hall , South Road DH1 3TB | - not rated | 3,381 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Durham School Quarry Heads Lane , DURHAM DH1 4SZ | - not rated | 4,286 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 4,743 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Durham University Office , Old Evet DH1 3HP | - not rated | 5,267 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Independent Grammar School:Durham Claypath , Durham DH1 1RH | - not rated | 5,300 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok Chinese Restaurant | Brandon Lane | 252 yd | |
| Bone Appetit | Lowland Road | 371 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Cricket Club | Brandon Lane | 886 yd | |
| Meadowfield & District Social Club | Frederick Street South | 947 yd | |
| Brandon & Meadowfield Royal British Legion Club Ltd | Back John Street North | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotoi’s Kitchen | Unit 4-5 Lowland Road | 369 yd | |
| Brandon Chippy | 23 Commercial Street | 543 yd | |
| Billiejos | Manchester House, 35 Commercial Street | 543 yd | |
| Pizza Top | 10 Frederick Street South | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vicarage (Closed) Vicarage Flats | grass pitches | 150 yd |
| Brandon Top SYCAMORE PARK | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Brandon United Football Club THE WELFARE GROUND THE WELFARE GROUND COMMERCIAL STREET | grass pitches | 547 yd |
| Brandon Cricket Club BRANDON LANE | grass pitches | 950 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 | 97.0% |
| 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 | 3.0% |
| Median download speed | 29.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 27.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.81 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.81 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.71 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.