Taylor Street is in Consett and in Derwentside district. DH8 5RQ is located in the Delves Lane electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Taylor Street, Consett, DH8 5RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH8 5RG, DH8 5RJ, DH8 5AL, DH8 5RT, DH8 5RS, DH8 5AQ, DH8 5AB, DH8 5RL, DH8 5AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH8 5RQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 48.3% | 49.8% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 51.7% | 50.2% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DH8 5RQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.2% | 49.6% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.6% | 32.5% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -11.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 9% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 3.4% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 31.2% | 44.6% | 13.4% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 42.4% | 30.5% | -11.9% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 15.8% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35% | 21.2% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 8.9% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 22.9% | 8.8% | 13.4% | 9.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.8% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 18.2% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 19.9% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.1% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.2% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 95.3% | 97.2% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 1.8% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 97.2% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Taylor Street was 463.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 887.5% higher than the Benfieldside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Taylor Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 102 local areas in Benfieldside and the 62nd highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 216.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Taylor Street, Consett, County Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2023-10-09 | £31,393 |
| 11 Taylor Street, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2019-05-07 | £77,301 |
| 13 Taylor Street, Consett, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £51,500 | 2017-12-23 | £61,509 |
| 11A Taylor Street, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2017-07-26 | £98,378 |
| 11A Taylor Street, Consett, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £89,950 | 2004-07-02 | £144,726 |
DH8 5RQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechdale Nursery School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 4out of 4 | 938 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consett Infant School Teasdale Street , DH8 6AF | 3out of 4 | 448 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Consett Stanley Street , DH8 6LN | 3out of 4 | 570 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Consett Junior School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 3out of 4 | 936 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Delves Lane Primary School Delves Lane , DH8 7ES | 3out of 4 | 1,314 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grove Primary School Oakfield Lane , The Grove DH8 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,768 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consett Academy Ashdale Road , DH8 6LZ | 3out of 4 | 883 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derwentside College Front Street , DH8 5EE | - not rated | 257 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Independent School Parliament Street , DH8 5DH | - not rated | 393 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Villa Real School Villa Real Road , DH8 6BH | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hassockfield Secure Training Centre Corbridge Road , Medomsley DH8 6QY | - not rated | 2,916 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maddisons | 26 Front Street | 91 yd | |
| Empire Theatre & Cinema | Empire Theatre, Front Street | 112 yd | |
| Calamitys | 2 Station Road | 112 yd | |
| Granny B's | 3-6 Station Road | 114 yd | |
| Oasis Cafe | Citizens House, Station Road | 138 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Freemasons Arms | Front Street | 69 yd | |
| Bar One | 28-30 Front Street | 91 yd | |
| Black Horse | 68 Front Street | 96 yd | |
| The Company Row | The Victoria Centre, Victoria Road | 111 yd | |
| Chaplains | 17-21 Front Street | 111 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Diner | 23 Seymour Street | 68 yd | |
| Lotus House | 2 Front Street | 91 yd | |
| Golden Pizza, Crunchy Chickin / Monster Burgerz | 40 Front Street | 91 yd | |
| AJsupreme Limted | 40a Front Street | 91 yd | |
| Consett Pizza | 66 Front Street | 96 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | The Victoria Centre, Medomsley Road | 188 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 5-7 Middle Street | 194 yd | |
| Morrisons | Hermiston Retail Park | 454 yd | |
| Aldi | Front Street | 466 yd | |
| Lidl | Delves Lane | 590 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Peak Physique (Closed) Taylor Street | health and fitness suite | 13 yd |
| Derwentside College (Closed) Front Street | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 355 yd |
| Belle Vue Stadium (Consett Afc) BELLE VIEW STADIUM BELLE VIEW STADIUM DELVES LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 476 yd |
| Spartan Performance (Closed) Medomsley Road | health and fitness suite | 524 yd |
| Ymca (Consett And District) (Closed) PARLIAMENT STREET | 540 yd | |
| St. Patricks Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School STANLEY STREET | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Bellevue Swim Centre (Closed) Sherburn Park | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 591 yd |
| Sherburn Park Ashdale Road | tennis courts | 726 yd |
| Belle Vue Leisure Centre (Consett) (Closed) Ashdale Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts | 745 yd |
| Consett Afc (Closed) Ashdale Road | artificial grass pitch | 835 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 182.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.