Mallard Road is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL1 1BN 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 Mallard Road, Darlington, DL1 1BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL1 1BW, DL1 1BJ, DL1 1BG, DL1 1BL, DL1 1BE, DL1 1BQ, DL1 1XL, DL1 1DD, DL1 1DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL1 1BN is primarily male, with 53.9% of the population 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 | 51.1% | 46.1% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -4.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 53.9% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 4.9% |
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 | 33.8% | 37.8% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 45.5% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 6% | -7.4% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 6.9% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 44.6% | 44.6% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 37.5% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 13.5% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 25.5% | 17.1% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 11.5% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 16.2% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 9.8% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 19.2% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 23.1% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 8.7% | 3% | -5.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.3% | 95.1% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 96.4% | 93.3% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 93.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.9% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.1% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 1.5% | 6.0% | -4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mallard Road was 186.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.3% lower than the North Road average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mallard Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in North Road and the 73rd highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Mallard Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2025-09-25 | £108,204 |
| 38 Mallard Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,500 | 2024-12-06 | £136,346 |
| 4 Mallard Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2024-02-05 | £113,840 |
| 19 Mallard Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-10-07 | £154,940 |
| 16 Mallard Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-08-26 | £130,595 |
DL1 1BN 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 | 111 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathfield Nursery School The Broadway , DL1 1EJ | - not rated | 661 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Nursery School Belgrave Street , DL1 4AP | - not rated | 1,507 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Hill Nursery School Prescott Street , DL1 2ND | - not rated | 2,008 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 3out of 4 | 2,046 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Nursery School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 2,845 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firthmoor Infant and Nursery School Estoril Road South , DL1 4SW | - not rated | 658 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Primary School The Broadway , DL1 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 661 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Primary School The Broadway , DL1 1EJ | - not rated | 661 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's RC Primary School Harris Street , DL1 4NL | - not rated | 666 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Harris Street , DL1 4NL | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Comprehensive School Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 2,234 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Community School Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | - not rated | 2,234 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy of Sport Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | - not rated | 3,937 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 | 1,812 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 3,268 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 3,268 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,994 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge McMullen House , Yarm Road DL1 1ED | - not rated | 1,198 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Darlington Alternative Centre for Education McMullen House , Yarm Road DL1 1ED | - not rated | 1,312 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Hill School Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | - not rated | 2,234 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Hill Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 2,234 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Polam Hall School Grange Road , DL1 5PA | - not rated | 3,066 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Darlington Retail Park, Yarm Road | 228 yd | |
| The Range Coffee Shop | The Range, Unit 5 | 277 yd | |
| The Street Coffee Co | Unit 10, Lingfield Point | 606 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | 1 Barrington Way, DARLINGTON | 621 yd | |
| Eggleston Catering Services At Magnet | Magnet Ltd, Allington Way | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheatsheaf | 254 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 326 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yarm Road Fish And Chips | 366 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 183 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Drive Thru | Costa Coffee, Darlington Retail Park | 188 yd | |
| Yarm Road Chinese Takeaway | 291 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 379 yd | |
| Easyprep | 2 Kellaw Road, DARLINGTON | 385 yd | |
| Greggs Of Gosforth | Unit 1, 289 Yarm Road | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 255 Yarm Road, Darlington | 549 yd | |
| Lidl | Yarm Road, Darlington | 549 yd | |
| Aldi | 255 Yarm Road, Darlington | 549 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mcmullen Road (Closed) McMullen Road | grass pitches | 178 yd |
| Darlington Squash Club YARM ROAD | squash courts | 265 yd |
| Tommy Crooks Park Yarm Road | grass pitches | 448 yd |
| Heathfield Primary School THE BROADWAY | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Darlington) BARRINGTON WAY | health and fitness suite | 672 yd |
| Physique Health Club BANKS HOUSE BANKS HOUSE BANKS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 694 yd |
| Eastbourne Church Of England Academy (Closed) The Fairway | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Eastbourne Sports Complex Bourne Avenue | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,047 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.