Kennel Lane is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL1 2DG is located in the Haughton & Springfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kennel Lane, Darlington, DL1 2DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL1 2EB, DL1 2DF, DL1 2DD, DL1 2DE, DL1 2GB, DL1 2DP, DL1 2XN, DL1 2RX, DL1 2XQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL1 2DG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% 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 | 61.7% | 55.3% | -6.4% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 38.3% | 44.7% | 6.4% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 | 23.1% | 19.5% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -18.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.7% | 39.1% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 5.2% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 19% | 10.2% | 9.1% | 9.9% |
| Widowed | 25.8% | 17.2% | -8.6% | 6.1% | 11.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32% | 33.2% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -15.2% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 31.1% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 25.2% | 24.7% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 12.0% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 8.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
In the area around DL1 2DG this area, 34.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.2% | 34.7% | -0.5% | 18.2% | 16.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 5.9% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 9.4% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 14.7% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 23.5% | -2.3% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 6% | 7.1% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 4.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.8% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 99.5% | 92.1% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 92.1% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.3% | 37.2% | -14.9% |
| Christian | 71.3% | 46.2% | 25.1% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kennel Lane was 67.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.3% lower than the Haughton & Springfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kennel Lane has the 7th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Haughton & Springfield and the 172nd lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Kennel Lane, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-12-18 | £135,246 |
| 15 Kennel Lane, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-08-31 | £108,188 |
| 4 Kennel Lane, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-06-17 | £178,146 |
| 15 Kennel Lane, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2017-05-02 | £201,996 |
| 4 Kennel Lane, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2015-10-12 | £162,615 |
DL1 2DG 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 2DG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 2,206 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 2out of 4 | 493 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Hall Primary School Headingley Crescent , DL1 2ST | 3out of 4 | 513 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whinfield Primary School Augusta Close , DL1 3HT | 3out of 4 | 979 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gurney Pease Academy Dodsworth Street , DL1 2NG | 3out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Primary School The Broadway , DL1 1EJ | 2out of 4 | 1,364 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 2out of 4 | 493 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England Academy Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | 2out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | 3out of 4 | 2,515 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 4,652 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Eggleston View , DL3 9SH | 2out of 4 | 5,138 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,527 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 3,238 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 | 3,449 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 | 493 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | 3out of 4 | 2,402 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 4,844 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee@Haughton | Methodist Church, Haughton Green | 101 yd | |
| Physique Creche Soft Paly And Party Zone | Unit 2, Hamlet House | 1,032 yd | |
| Oban Court | Whinbush Way, Darlington | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Laddie | 88 Haughton Green, DARLINGTON | 91 yd | |
| Hustle | 39 Haughton Green, DARLINGTON | 101 yd | |
| The Grey Horse | 39 Haughton Green, DARLINGTON | 101 yd | |
| Haughton WMC | 25 Haughton Green, Darlington | 101 yd | |
| Shuttle And Loom | Whinfield Road, Darlington | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Haughton Chippy | 61 Haughton Green, DARLINGTON | 101 yd | |
| Bengal Express | 21 Nightingale Avenue, DARLINGTON | 825 yd | |
| Bino's Pizza | 27 Nightingale Avenue, DARLINGTON | 825 yd | |
| Golden Fish Bar | 286 Haughton Road, DARLINGTON | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company Shop Limited | Company Shop, Blackett Road | 775 yd | |
| Asda | Whinbush Way, Darlington | 983 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hall Community Centre REDHALL COMMUNITY CENTRE REDHALL COMMUNITY CENTRE HEADINGLEY CRESCENT | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Darlington Education Village Salters Lane South | grass pitches, swimming pool | 544 yd |
| Haughton Community School (Closed) Rockwell Avenue | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Whinfield Primary School AUGUSTA CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,028 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.