Yarm Road is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL1 1BD is located in the Red Hall & Lingfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Yarm Road, Darlington, DL1 1BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL1 1XN, DL1 1DN, DL1 1DW, DL1 4NR, DL1 1BQ, DL1 4NS, DL1 1BJ, DL1 4NU, DL1 4NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL1 1BD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.9% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.1% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 14% | 24.5% | 10.5% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.5% | 43.4% | -12.1% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 4.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 12% | 7.1% | -4.9% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 14% | 20.4% | 6.4% | 6.1% | 14.3% |
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 | 30.7% | 38.6% | 7.9% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 35.9% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 17.9% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 6.3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 1.3% | -2.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42% | 27.9% | -14.1% | 18.2% | 9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 11.2% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 7.6% | -5.9% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 10% | 11.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 6.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 17.3% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.5% | 18.3% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 7% | 6.1% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 3.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.4% | 95% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 87.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 87.9% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 8.5% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 88.3% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 7.2% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 4.5% | 0.9% | 3.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.2% | 37.2% | -10.0% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Buddhist | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.6% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Yarm Road was 269.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.3% higher than the North Road average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Yarm Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in North Road and the 35th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 307 Yarm Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-05-02 | £175,000 |
| 319 Yarm Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-08-16 | £141,971 |
| 333 Yarm Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,500 | 2023-11-16 | £138,435 |
| 331 Yarm Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-08-09 | £129,409 |
| 303 Yarm Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-07-29 | £132,519 |
DL1 1BD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 DL1 1BD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 1,702 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 2,830 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Harris Street , DL1 4NL | 3out of 4 | 380 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Primary School The Broadway , DL1 1EJ | 2out of 4 | 496 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Firthmoor Primary School Ingleby Moor Crescent , DL1 4RW | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Academy Fenby Avenue , Lascelles Park DL1 4UB | 4out of 4 | 953 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rydal Academy Rydal Road , DL1 4BH | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Aidan's Church of England Academy Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | 2out of 4 | 716 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 2out of 4 | 2,237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | 3out of 4 | 3,780 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 4,367 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth School Croft Road , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2JG | 4out of 4 | 4,810 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 1,546 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 2,913 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polam Hall School Grange Road , DL1 5PA | 2out of 4 | 2,621 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont Hill Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 2,237 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | 3out of 4 | 3,297 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth House School Westfield Drive , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2AD | - not rated | 4,396 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 4,901 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Darlington Retail Park, Yarm Road | 487 yd | |
| The Range Coffee Shop | The Range, Unit 5 | 504 yd | |
| Geneva Road Evangelical Baptist Church | Geneva Road, Darlington | 650 yd | |
| Physique Creche Soft Paly And Party Zone | Unit 2, Hamlet House | 785 yd | |
| The Street Coffee Co | Unit 10, Lingfield Point | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheatsheaf | 254 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 58 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yarm Road Chinese Takeaway | 291 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 123 yd | |
| Yarm Road Fish And Chips | 366 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 246 yd | |
| Greggs Of Gosforth | Unit 1, 289 Yarm Road | 298 yd | |
| Tasties | 295 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 298 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Drive Thru | Costa Coffee, Darlington Retail Park | 458 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 255 Yarm Road, Darlington | 298 yd | |
| Lidl | Yarm Road, Darlington | 298 yd | |
| Aldi | 255 Yarm Road, Darlington | 298 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mcmullen Road (Closed) McMullen Road | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| Tommy Crooks Park Yarm Road | grass pitches | 487 yd |
| Darlington Squash Club YARM ROAD | squash courts | 536 yd |
| Heathfield Primary School THE BROADWAY | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Physique Health Club BANKS HOUSE BANKS HOUSE BANKS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 698 yd |
| Eastbourne Church Of England Academy (Closed) The Fairway | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Darlington) BARRINGTON WAY | health and fitness suite | 861 yd |
| Eastbourne Sports Complex Bourne Avenue | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 863 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.