Nelson Terrace is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL1 5ER 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 Nelson Terrace, Darlington, DL1 5ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL1 5AE, DL1 5ES, DL1 5EP, DL1 5DE, DL1 5DX, DL1 5ET, DL1 5DQ, DL1 5DS, DL1 5EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL1 5ER is primarily male, with 53.5% of the population 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 | 51.6% | 46.5% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 53.5% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
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 | 39.6% | 39.1% | -0.5% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 35.6% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -8.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 5% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 13.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.2% | 40.6% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 39.1% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 14.5% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.3% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 23.6% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 8.9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 15.8% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 18.2% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 22.2% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 92.8% | 94.1% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 93.9% | 89.8% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 6.3% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 89.8% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| North Africa | 2% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nelson Terrace was 128.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.9% lower than the Park East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nelson Terrace has the 9th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Park East and the 111th highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Nelson Terrace, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-09-05 | £145,411 |
| 19 Nelson Terrace, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2024-11-14 | £104,591 |
| 6 Nelson Terrace, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-05-26 | £157,293 |
| 22 Nelson Terrace, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2022-09-20 | £106,523 |
| 15 Nelson Terrace, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-09-12 | £112,979 |
DL1 5ER 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbourne Nursery School Belgrave Street , DL1 4AP | - not rated | 692 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,505 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Nursery School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 1,630 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Nursery School The Broadway , DL1 1EJ | - not rated | 1,830 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodmire School Rydal Road , DL1 4BH | - not rated | 725 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rydal Academy Rydal Road , DL1 4BH | 3out of 4 | 725 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dodmire Infants' School Rydal Road , DL1 4BH | - not rated | 758 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dodmire Junior School Rydal Road , DL1 4BH | - not rated | 784 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Skerne Park Primary School Coleridge Gardens , DL1 5AJ | - not rated | 836 yd | Community school | 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,450 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Comprehensive School Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | - not rated | 1,450 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | - not rated | 2,659 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel RC College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | - not rated | 2,659 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 3,028 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,359 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 1,359 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 1,446 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 | 3out of 4 | 803 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polam Hall School Grange Road , DL1 5PA | - not rated | 872 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington Alternative Centre for Education McMullen House , Yarm Road DL1 1ED | - not rated | 994 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge McMullen House , Yarm Road DL1 1ED | - not rated | 1,091 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Yarm at Raventhorpe Carmel Road North , DL3 8JB | - not rated | 1,987 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadholme Dene Grove , DL3 9LU | - not rated | 2,314 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Local | Bank Top Railway Station, Park Lane | 350 yd | |
| Park Place Community Centre And Darlington Mission | Hall, 87 Park Place | 397 yd | |
| Estabulo | Unit 9, Feethams Leisure | 458 yd | |
| Bella Italia Darlington | Unit 1, Feethams Leisure | 502 yd | |
| Nando's | Unit 2, Feethams Leisure | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dalesman | The Dalesman, 96 - 100 Victoria Road | 280 yd | |
| Darlington Cricket Club | South Terrace, Darlington | 496 yd | |
| The Woollen Mill | Unit 3, Feethams Leisure | 502 yd | |
| Black Swan | Black Swan Hotel, Parkgate | 597 yd | |
| The Greyhound | Greyhound Hotel, 82 - 86 Parkgate | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank Top Bakery | Ground Floor, 127 Victoria Road | 273 yd | |
| Pizza Town | 108 Victoria Road, DARLINGTON | 280 yd | |
| Hot Plate | 118 Victoria Road, Darlington | 280 yd | |
| King Do | 109 Park Lane, DARLINGTON | 281 yd | |
| China Dragon | 125A Victoria Road, DARLINGTON | 289 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 4 Clifton Road, DARLINGTON | 155 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 4, Neasham Road Retail Centre | 376 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Unit 3, Neasham Road Retail Centre | 561 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Victoria Road, Darlington | 650 yd | |
| Tesco | 52 - 54 Cornmill Centre, DARLINGTON | 810 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| First Step 2 Fitness (Darlington) VICTORIA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 254 yd |
| Quaker Sports Centre (Closed) Feethams Ground Feethams Ground South Terrace | 373 yd | |
| Darlington Cricket Club SOUTH TERRACE | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| The Dolphin Centre HORSE MARKET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 634 yd |
| Polam Hall School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 803 yd |
| Penthouse Fitness Suite BAINBRIDGE HOUSE BAINBRIDGE HOUSE SKINNERGATE | health and fitness suite | 808 yd |
| South Park SOUTH PARK SOUTH PARK PARKSIDE | grass pitches | 875 yd |
| Larchfield Sports Centre (Closed) Larchfield Street | 992 yd | |
| The Fitness Centre 100-102 100-102 BONDGATE | health and fitness suite | 997 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 | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.