DH9 0LJ is in Kip Hill, Stanley and Derwentside district. DH9 0LJ is located in the Tanfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kip Hill, Stanley, DH9 0LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH9 0LZ, DH9 0LP, DH9 8RQ, DH9 8RD, DH9 0HJ, DH9 0LN, DH9 0LW, DH9 8RH, DH9 0HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH9 0LJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 48.1% | 49.5% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 51.9% | 50.5% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DH9 0LJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22% | 19.5% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -18.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.4% | 66.8% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 22.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 4.8% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 7.5% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 40.3% | 38.3% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 43.1% | 41.2% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 7.6% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 16.3% | 3.8% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 20.5% | 1.7% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 9.2% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 10.9% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 8.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.4% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.1% | 31.1% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.8% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 100% | 98.1% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 98.3% | 97.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.5% | 37.2% | -12.7% |
| Christian | 71.3% | 46.2% | 25.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around DH9 0LJ was 214.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.4% higher than the Stanley average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
DH9 0LJ has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Stanley and the 229th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strathmore, Stanley, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2019-07-31 | £198,450 |
| Strathmore, Stanley, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2019-05-30 | £142,976 |
| Meldrew House, Stanley, Durham Detached, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2007-02-16 | £232,378 |
| Briardene, Stanley, Durham Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2006-01-06 | £201,350 |
| Leabrooks, Stanley, Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £61,950 | 2003-07-11 | £133,630 |
DH9 0LJ 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 DH9 0LJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 134 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhill Nursery School Oxhill , DH9 7LR | 3out of 4 | 2,145 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shield Row Primary School King Edward VIII Terrace , Shield Row DH9 0HQ | 3out of 4 | 377 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Stanley School Chester Road , East Stanley DH9 0TN | - not rated | 1,018 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary, Stanley Front Street , DH9 0NP | - not rated | 1,055 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Burnside Primary School Mendip Terrace , South Stanley DH9 6QP | 3out of 4 | 1,830 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanfield Lea Community Primary School Tanfield Lea , DH9 9LU | 3out of 4 | 1,873 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Durham Academy High Street , DH9 0TW | 2out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanfield School Tanfield Lea Road , DH9 8AY | - not rated | 1,164 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croft Community School Greencroft Road End , Annfield Plain DH9 8PR | 2out of 4 | 4,278 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Room | 15 Station Road | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ball Alley | Causey Road | 43 yd | |
| The Board Inn | Causey Road | 43 yd | |
| Blue Bell Pub and Restaurant | Beamishburn Road | 330 yd | |
| South Causey Inn | Beamishburn Road | 524 yd | |
| Stanley Indoor Bowls Centre | Front Street | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shield Row Chippy | 13 North Thorn | 581 yd | |
| Bamboo House | 7 High Street | 910 yd | |
| Classic Pizza | 6 High Street | 910 yd | |
| The Fish Inn | 5 High Street | 910 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beamish & East Stanley Sports Club BOURNE COURT | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| North Durham Academy HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 972 yd |
| Oakey Park Sunny Terrace | grass pitches | 976 yd |
| East Stanley School EAST STANLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL EAST STANLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL CHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 996 yd |
| Elite Fitness (Closed) Elite Buildings Elite Buildings Front Street | health and fitness suite | 1,083 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 | 31.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 26 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.12 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.