Kingfisher Way is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL1 1FS is located in the Stephenson electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 2017-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingfisher Way, Darlington, DL1 1FS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL1 1FR, DL1 1EU, DL1 1GR, DL1 1GS, DL1 1EX, DL1 1LN, DL1 1ES, DL1 1HZ, DL1 1JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL1 1FS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50% | 49.2% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DL1 1FS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.1% 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 | 27.4% | 35.3% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 52.1% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 7.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 5.9% | -4.8% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 5.5% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.1% | 56.2% | 16.1% | 48.4% | 7.8% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 30.5% | -9.1% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 10.8% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 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 | 29.3% | 14.7% | -14.6% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 7.1% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 5.9% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 22.7% | 12.0% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 30.7% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 5.1% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.3% | 91.7% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 93.2% | 88.2% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 6.7% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 87.9% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 7.9% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingfisher Way was 168.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.1% lower than the North Road average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Kingfisher Way has the 9th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in North Road and the 76th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 453.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Kingfisher Way, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-02-17 | £219,678 |
| 12 Kingfisher Way, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-08-30 | £264,220 |
| 12 Kingfisher Way, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-08-25 | £264,220 |
| 15 Kingfisher Way, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-12-16 | £237,305 |
| 17 Kingfisher Way, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-05-27 | £243,692 |
DL1 1FS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 114 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 54 |
| Human health and social work activities | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 876 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,985 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathfield Primary School The Broadway , DL1 1EJ | 2out of 4 | 625 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rydal Academy Rydal Road , DL1 4BH | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Harris Street , DL1 4NL | 3out of 4 | 949 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Academy Fenby Avenue , Lascelles Park DL1 4UB | 4out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gurney Pease Academy Dodsworth Street , DL1 2NG | 3out of 4 | 1,240 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 | 2out of 4 | 211 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 2out of 4 | 1,941 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | 3out of 4 | 3,082 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 3,579 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 2out of 4 | 4,184 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 | 737 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 2,105 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 | 1,969 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 | 1,941 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | 3out of 4 | 2,516 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 4,063 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth House School Westfield Drive , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2AD | - not rated | 4,772 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Embleton View Westgate House , Coniscliffe Road DL3 8TF | - not rated | 5,097 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Community Hub | Pavilion, Eastbourne Park | 502 yd | |
| Wesley Court Community Kitchen | Wesley Court, DARLINGTON | 539 yd | |
| Physique Creche Soft Paly And Party Zone | Unit 2, Hamlet House | 913 yd | |
| Cafe Local | Bank Top Railway Station, Park Lane | 1,002 yd | |
| Geneva Road Evangelical Baptist Church | Geneva Road, Darlington | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Bank Top | 8 - 12 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 713 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | 254 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 835 yd | |
| Black Swan | Black Swan Hotel, Parkgate | 983 yd | |
| The Forum Music Centre | Borough Road, DARLINGTON | 998 yd | |
| Bannatynes Health And Leisure | Haughton Road, Darlington | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs Of Gosforth | Unit 1, 289 Yarm Road | 571 yd | |
| Tasties | 295 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 571 yd | |
| B & H Chippy | 26 - 28 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 608 yd | |
| Happy Chef | 48 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 608 yd | |
| Royal | 22 Yarm Road, DARLINGTON | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 255 Yarm Road, Darlington | 571 yd | |
| Lidl | Yarm Road, Darlington | 571 yd | |
| Aldi | 255 Yarm Road, Darlington | 571 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 4, Neasham Road Retail Centre | 977 yd | |
| Company Shop Limited | Company Shop, Blackett Road | 1,018 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eastbourne Sports Complex Bourne Avenue | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 145 yd |
| Eastbourne Church Of England Academy (Closed) The Fairway | grass pitches | 293 yd |
| St Aidans Church Of England Academy HUNDENS LANE | grass pitches | 481 yd |
| Heathfield Primary School THE BROADWAY | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Physique Health Club BANKS HOUSE BANKS HOUSE BANKS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 768 yd |
| Darlington College CENTRAL PARK CENTRAL PARK HAUGHTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 819 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Darlington) HAUGHTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 973 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 | 39.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.11 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.