Cumberland Road is in Consett and in Derwentside district. DH8 8DJ is located in the Consett South 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 Cumberland Road, Consett, DH8 8DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH8 8DL, DH8 8DG, DH8 9QF, DH8 8DQ, DH8 8DW, DH8 8DP, DH8 9QE, DH8 9QG, DH8 8DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH8 8DJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 51.7% | 53% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 48.3% | 47% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 37.4% | 40.6% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 40.6% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 8.2% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 8.2% | -4.6% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 43.9% | 43.2% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 35% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 15.8% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5.5% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 23.4% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 8.6% | -8.5% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16.4% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.5% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 23.4% | 11.3% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 21.1% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.3% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 97.8% | 95.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 95.4% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.4% | 76.7% | -7.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 29.4% | 13.5% | 15.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cumberland Road was 130.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 178.9% higher than the Benfieldside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cumberland Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 102 local areas in Benfieldside and the 478th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Cumberland Road, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-07-08 | £91,814 |
| 53 Cumberland Road, Consett, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2020-06-25 | £71,194 |
| 28 Cumberland Road, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2019-02-22 | £88,846 |
| 20 Cumberland Road, Consett, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2017-08-22 | £97,760 |
| 57 Cumberland Road, Consett, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2012-01-20 | £75,243 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechdale Nursery School Beechdale Road , DH8 6AY | 4out of 4 | 4,263 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorside Primary School Chester Road , Moorside DH8 8EQ | 3out of 4 | 351 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleside Primary School Moorland Crescent , Castleside DH8 9RG | 2out of 4 | 481 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pius X Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Thornfield Road , The Grove DH8 8AX | 3out of 4 | 1,532 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grove Primary School Oakfield Lane , The Grove DH8 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,757 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill Pemberton Road , Blackhill DH8 8JD | - not rated | 2,840 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 4,079 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 | 3,092 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 | 3,263 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Villa Real School Villa Real Road , DH8 6BH | 3out of 4 | 4,607 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Horse and Groom | Consett Road | 246 yd | |
| Castleside & District Workingmens Club | 13 Rowley Bank | 649 yd | |
| The Fleece Inn | Front Street | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dave's Fish & Chip Shop | 10 Derby Drive | 255 yd | |
| Close Caterers (NE) Ltd | 8 Derby Drive | 255 yd | |
| The Golden Chippy | The Dam Inn, Stanefordham | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moorside Primary School CHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 400 yd |
| Castleside Primary School MOORLAND CRESCENT | grass pitches | 559 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 | 43.5% |
| 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 | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.31 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.31 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.