Park Crescent is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL1 5EG is located in the Park East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Crescent, Darlington, DL1 5EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL1 5AG, DL1 5EF, DL1 5AQ, DL1 5EB, DL1 5EA, DL1 5EL, DL1 5UH, DL1 5EQ, DL1 5UQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL1 5EG has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 33.5% | 32% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 48.9% | 5.7% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 9.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 7.8% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 41.8% | 45.3% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 31.5% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 15% | 15.6% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6.5% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 17.7% | -7.7% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 10% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 14.3% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 8.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 29.9% | 18.9% | 16.9% | 13.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 19.5% | -2.5% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 5.9% | 0% | -5.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.6% | 97.4% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 93.5% | 93.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 93.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.4% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Crescent was 101.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.0% lower than the Park East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Crescent has the 6th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Park East and the 143rd highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Park Crescent, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,500 | 2025-06-26 | £139,127 |
| 81 Park Crescent, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-02-23 | £136,018 |
| 71 Park Crescent, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2022-10-31 | £137,498 |
| 89 Park Crescent, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2022-10-28 | £141,829 |
| 51 Park Crescent, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2022-09-15 | £155,850 |
DL1 5EG 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate 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 | 1,218 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skerne Park Academy Coleridge Gardens , DL1 5AJ | 2out of 4 | 411 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rydal Academy Rydal Road , DL1 4BH | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's RC Primary School Beechwood Avenue , DL3 7HP | 4out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Academy Fenby Avenue , Lascelles Park DL1 4UB | 4out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Harris Street , DL1 4NL | 3out of 4 | 1,786 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 | 1,782 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 2,709 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 2out of 4 | 3,134 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 2out of 4 | 3,435 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth School Croft Road , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2JG | 4out of 4 | 3,931 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 1,579 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 1,866 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 | 803 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 | 3,186 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Hill Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 3,435 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 3,486 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth House School Westfield Drive , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2AD | - not rated | 3,930 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Embleton View Westgate House , Coniscliffe Road DL3 8TF | - not rated | 4,012 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neasham Road Cafe | 153 Neasham Road, DARLINGTON | 587 yd | |
| South Park Cafe | Cafe, South Park | 711 yd | |
| Cafe Local | Bank Top Railway Station, Park Lane | 731 yd | |
| Park Place Community Centre And Darlington Mission | Hall, 87 Park Place | 827 yd | |
| Estabulo | Unit 9, Feethams Leisure | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Sports And Social Club | Neasham Road, Darlington | 548 yd | |
| The Copper Beech | Neasham Road, DARLINGTON | 629 yd | |
| Skerne Park Pub | Skerne Park Hotel, Coleridge Gardens | 656 yd | |
| Dalesman | The Dalesman, 96 - 100 Victoria Road | 704 yd | |
| Darlington Cricket Club | South Terrace, Darlington | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Do | 109 Park Lane, DARLINGTON | 167 yd | |
| Park Lane Fish & Chips | Park Lane Fisheries, 180 - 182 Park Lane | 188 yd | |
| Cafe Loco | 120 Neasham Road, Darlington | 599 yd | |
| Classic Pizza | 106 Neasham Road, DARLINGTON | 628 yd | |
| The Rio's Ltd | Skerne Park Hotel, Coleridge Gardens | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 4 Clifton Road, DARLINGTON | 576 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Unit 3, Neasham Road Retail Centre | 585 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 4, Neasham Road Retail Centre | 637 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Victoria Road, Darlington | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Quaker Sports Centre (Closed) Feethams Ground Feethams Ground South Terrace | 620 yd | |
| First Step 2 Fitness (Darlington) VICTORIA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 670 yd |
| South Park SOUTH PARK SOUTH PARK PARKSIDE | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Darlington Cricket Club SOUTH TERRACE | grass pitches | 813 yd |
| Polam Hall School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| The Dolphin Centre HORSE MARKET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,037 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 | 149.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.