Middle Grove is in Brandon, Durham and in Durham district. DH7 8TR is located in the Brandon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of City of Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Middle Grove, Brandon, Durham, DH7 8TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH7 8AP, DH7 8AY, DH7 8AR, DH7 8AZ, DH7 8AU, DH7 8AL, DH7 8AT, DH7 8BB, DH7 8AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH7 8TR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents 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 | 50.6% | 54.9% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 49.4% | 45.1% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 | 39.3% | 35.9% | -3.4% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.9% | 35.4% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 6.1% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 12.2% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 10.5% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.2% | 43.3% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 31.3% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 17% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 DH7 8TR this area, 30.8% 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.7% | 30.8% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 15.9% | 2.2% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 16.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 18.7% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.5% | 14.8% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 6.2% | 0% | -6.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 96.8% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 97.7% | 95.9% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 95.9% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48% | 37.2% | 10.8% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Middle Grove was 41.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.4% lower than the Brandon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Middle Grove has the 25th lowest crime rate of 60 local areas in Brandon and the 463rd lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Middle Grove, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2022-09-29 | £87,057 |
| 2 Middle Grove, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2020-11-12 | £79,951 |
| 7 Middle Grove, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £81,950 | 2013-05-31 | £121,349 |
| 7 Middle Grove, Durham, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2011-04-13 | £94,180 |
| 1 Middle Grove, Durham, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2009-06-19 | £152,380 |
DH7 8TR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DH7 8TR 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.
| Retired | 51 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 2,379 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 | 745 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Browney Primary Academy Harle Street , DH7 8HX | 3out of 4 | 1,472 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 | 1,938 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Moor Primary School Brandon Lane , Langley Moor DH7 8LL | 3out of 4 | 2,442 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Brancepeth Primary School Rock Terrace , New Brancepeth DH7 7EU | 2out of 4 | 2,612 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 | 4,122 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Crossgate Moor , DH1 4SU | 4out of 4 | 4,844 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 | 3,718 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Grange Learning Centre , DL15 0TY | - not rated | 4,691 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durham School Quarry Heads Lane , DURHAM DH1 4SZ | - not rated | 4,853 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chorister School The College , DH1 3EL | - not rated | 5,309 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bone Appetit | Lowland Road | 583 yd | |
| Wok Chinese Restaurant | Brandon Lane | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brawns Den | Winchester Drive | 431 yd | |
| Meadowfield & District Social Club | Frederick Street South | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotoi’s Kitchen | Unit 4-5 Lowland Road | 586 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vicarage (Closed) Vicarage Flats | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Dorlonco DORLONCO VILLAS | grass pitches | 972 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 53.26 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 53.26 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.73 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.