Allan Street is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL1 2LU is located in the Stephenson electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Allan Street, Darlington, DL1 2LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL1 2ND, DL1 2LX, DL1 2PN, DL1 2LY, DL1 2NE, DL1 2HL, DL1 2LP, DL1 2LZ, DL1 2NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL1 2LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.6% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.4% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DL1 2LU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 47.1% | 44.6% | -2.5% | 37.9% | 6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 30.5% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -13.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.4% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 14.9% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 5.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 46.7% | 47.4% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 28.1% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 13.7% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 8.5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 2.3% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 27.1% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 10.1% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 12.1% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 21.5% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 19.4% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.1% | 1.5% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91.9% | 90.3% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 89% 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% | 89% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 6.8% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 89% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.9% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 5.5% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.9% | 76.7% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 4.5% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.2% | 6.5% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Allan Street was 132.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.8% lower than the North Road average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Allan Street has the 15th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in North Road and the 109th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 238.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91 Allan Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2024-01-23 | £78,458 |
| 89 Allan Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £60,500 | 2023-11-03 | £65,187 |
| 91 Allan Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £41,500 | 2015-05-01 | £59,926 |
| 89 Allan Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2012-05-03 | £65,880 |
| 91 Allan Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £73,750 | 2007-03-26 | £94,033 |
DL1 2LU 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 1,063 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gurney Pease Academy Dodsworth Street , DL1 2NG | 3out of 4 | 222 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northwood Primary School Pendleton Road South , DL1 2HF | 3out of 4 | 861 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Community Primary School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | 1out of 4 | 1,096 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 2out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Primary School The Broadway , DL1 1EJ | 2out of 4 | 1,337 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 | 1,098 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 2out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | 3out of 4 | 2,022 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 3,357 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Eggleston View , DL3 9SH | 2out of 4 | 3,964 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 | 400 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 1,947 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 | 2,265 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 | 1,278 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | 3out of 4 | 1,519 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 3,596 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Embleton View Westgate House , Coniscliffe Road DL3 8TF | - not rated | 4,925 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance Caffe | Alliance Cafe, Alliance House | 345 yd | |
| Richard Court Community Kitchen | Richard Court, DARLINGTON | 823 yd | |
| Lena's Cafe | Homecare Heating Supplies Ltd, Valley Street North | 843 yd | |
| Imagizone Ltd | 17 Valley Street North, DARLINGTON | 860 yd | |
| OnlyScrans | 12 High Northgate, DARLINGTON | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bannatynes Health And Leisure | Haughton Road, Darlington | 880 yd | |
| Darlington Indoor Bowls Club Limited | 95 North Road, Darlington | 1,066 yd | |
| Darlington Snooker Club | 1 Corporation Road, Darlington | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Cottage | 43 Barton Street, DARLINGTON | 155 yd | |
| The Phoenix Store | 47 Barton Street, DARLINGTON | 155 yd | |
| I Dragon | 44 Cleveland Street, Darlington | 427 yd | |
| Golden Fish Bar | 286 Haughton Road, DARLINGTON | 477 yd | |
| Fatso's | Valley Street North, DARLINGTON | 843 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company Shop Limited | Company Shop, Blackett Road | 584 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 6, North Road Retail Park | 819 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 5, North Road Retail Park | 888 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gurney Pease Academy DODSWORTH STREET | grass pitches | 224 yd |
| Darlington College CENTRAL PARK CENTRAL PARK HAUGHTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 419 yd |
| The Gym (Darlington) Eastmount Road | health and fitness suite | 546 yd |
| St Aidans Church Of England Academy HUNDENS LANE | grass pitches | 637 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Darlington) HAUGHTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 785 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Darlington) JOHN STREET | health and fitness suite | 885 yd |
| Eastbourne Sports Complex Bourne Avenue | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 975 yd |
| Eastbourne Church Of England Academy (Closed) The Fairway | grass pitches | 1,054 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 | 80.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.