St Andrew Street is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL1 2HD is located in the North Road electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Andrew Street, Darlington, DL1 2HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL1 2EL, DL1 2EZ, DL1 2PT, DL1 2HB, DL1 2EY, DL1 2HE, DL1 2EX, DL1 2HA, DL1 2ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL1 2HD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.4% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50% | 49.6% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 36% | 35.1% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 46% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 14% | 8.5% | -5.5% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 7.6% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 37.7% | 43.8% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 33.6% | -2.5% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 20.6% | 15.8% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.5% | 22.7% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 8.1% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.1% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.3% | 10.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 19.9% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 21.3% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0.9% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 96.8% | 88.7% | -8.1% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 97.2% | 90.6% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 6.4% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 90.9% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.5% | 13.5% | 10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Andrew Street was 21.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.5% lower than the Harrowgate Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Andrew Street has the 11th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Harrowgate Hill and the 53rd lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 St Andrew Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2025-05-28 | £51,096 |
| 17 St Andrew Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2022-11-25 | £87,034 |
| 5 St Andrew Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2021-03-23 | £71,467 |
| 11 St Andrew Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2020-08-27 | £53,869 |
| 7 St Andrew Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £39,500 | 2020-02-07 | £54,218 |
DL1 2HD 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,663 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 1,851 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Primary School Pendleton Road South , DL1 2HF | 3out of 4 | 291 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrowgate Hill Primary School Thompson Street West , DL3 0HZ | 2out of 4 | 731 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gurney Pease Academy Dodsworth Street , DL1 2NG | 3out of 4 | 1,034 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Community Primary School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | 1out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Kingsway , Thompson Street East DL1 3ES | 3out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longfield Academy Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | 3out of 4 | 933 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 2out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England Academy Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | 2out of 4 | 2,231 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 3,155 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Eggleston View , DL3 9SH | 2out of 4 | 3,246 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 | 1,446 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 2,080 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 | 2,753 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | 3out of 4 | 445 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Hill Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 3,082 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Embleton View Westgate House , Coniscliffe Road DL3 8TF | - not rated | 4,662 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Court Community Kitchen | Richard Court, DARLINGTON | 363 yd | |
| Havelock Centre | Havelock Street, DARLINGTON | 439 yd | |
| McDonalds | McDonald's, Meynell Road | 546 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 8, North Road Retail Park | 604 yd | |
| Alliance Caffe | Alliance Cafe, Alliance House | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darlington Indoor Bowls Club Limited | 95 North Road, Darlington | 485 yd | |
| Hopetown & Whessoe WMC | 17-18 Alliance Street, Darlington | 757 yd | |
| Builders Arms | 18 Hopetown Lane, Darlington | 802 yd | |
| St George's Bridge Centre | Alexandra House, 343 Whessoe Road | 845 yd | |
| DSRM Sports & Social Club | Longfield Road, Darlington | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kandy Grills | 169 North Road, DARLINGTON | 74 yd | |
| Pizza Palace | 113 North Road, DARLINGTON | 215 yd | |
| North Road Fish Bar | 158 North Road, DARLINGTON | 238 yd | |
| Hong Tu | Hong Tu Chinese Take-Away, 152 North Road | 292 yd | |
| Adams Pizzeria | Ground Floor, 52 North Road | 516 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd | 97 North Road, Darlington | 383 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 6, North Road Retail Park | 673 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 5, North Road Retail Park | 676 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 405 North Road, DARLINGTON | 1,030 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington Indoor Bowls Club North Road | indoor bowls | 401 yd |
| The King'S Centre WHESSOE ROAD | 662 yd | |
| North Park Whessoe Road | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Darlington) JOHN STREET | health and fitness suite | 906 yd |
| Gurney Pease Academy DODSWORTH STREET | grass pitches | 945 yd |
| Longfield Academy LONGFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 981 yd |
| Darlington & Simpson Rolling Mills Social Club Ltd LONGFIELD ROAD | 998 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 | 128.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.