Regal Drive is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL1 3EX 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 Regal Drive, Darlington, DL1 3EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL1 3EZ, DL1 3DS, DL1 3EU, DL1 3DR, DL1 3TG, DL1 3ET, DL1 3TB, DL1 3GA, DL1 3EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL1 3EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51.9% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.1% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 24.3% | 29% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.3% | 47.7% | -11.6% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 11.2% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 10.3% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 49.8% | 48.1% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 31.9% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 15.4% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 15% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 8% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 22.1% | 8.8% | 13.4% | 8.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.8% | 9.4% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 19.7% | 2.4% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 21.6% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 4.2% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.9% | 95% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 95.5% | 98.1% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 98.1% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Regal Drive was 54.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.9% lower than the Harrowgate Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Regal Drive has the 26th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Harrowgate Hill and the 136th lowest crime rate of 359 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Regal Drive, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2025-03-31 | £118,802 |
| 8 Regal Drive, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-08-23 | £152,178 |
| 4 Regal Drive, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-08-29 | £183,503 |
| 33 Regal Drive, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,995 | 2023-01-27 | £158,995 |
| 27 Regal Drive, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2018-10-26 | £134,634 |
DL1 3EX 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Hill Nursery School Prescott Street , DL1 2ND | - not rated | 1,765 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Nursery School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 2,315 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 3out of 4 | 2,838 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Nursery School The Broadway , DL1 1EJ | - not rated | 2,869 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 2,879 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Kingsway , Thompson Street East DL1 3ES | - not rated | 306 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's RC Primary School Kingsway , Thompson Street East DL1 3ES | - not rated | 306 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrowgate Hill Junior School Thompson Street West , DL3 0HZ | - not rated | 680 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrowgate Hill Primary School Thompson Street West , DL3 0HZ | 2out of 4 | 680 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrowgate Hill Infants' School Thompson Street West , DL3 0HQ | - not rated | 706 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longfield Academy of Sport Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield School Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Community School Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | - not rated | 1,283 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 2,237 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 3,292 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 3,292 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 | 3,901 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glebe School Glebe Road , DL1 3EB | - not rated | 432 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Salters Lane School Glebe Road , DL1 3EB | - not rated | 432 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mayfair School Glebe Road , DL1 3EA | - not rated | 597 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Hill School Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | - not rated | 1,283 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Hill Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Horse | Burtree Lane, DARLINGTON | 932 yd | |
| Oban Court | Whinbush Way, Darlington | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrowgate Club & Institute | Salters Lane North, Darlington | 198 yd | |
| DSRM Sports & Social Club | Longfield Road, Darlington | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Leas Bakery | Thompson Street East, DARLINGTON | 551 yd | |
| New Chapter | 10 Mayfair Road, DARLINGTON | 558 yd | |
| New Leung Kee | 14 Lowson Street, DARLINGTON | 589 yd | |
| Ming Chef | 6 Springfield Road, DARLINGTON | 620 yd | |
| Harries Pizzeria | 303 North Road, DARLINGTON | 706 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 405 North Road, DARLINGTON | 524 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield Salters Lane North | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Glebe Road (Closed) Glebe Road | grass pitches | 466 yd |
| Darlington Golf Club HAUGHTON GRANGE HAUGHTON GRANGE WHINFIELD ROAD | golf | 803 yd |
| Darlington & Simpson Rolling Mills Social Club Ltd LONGFIELD ROAD | 848 yd | |
| Longfield Academy LONGFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,007 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 | 68 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.