Parkside is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL1 5TD 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 Parkside, Darlington, DL1 5TD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL1 5TW, DL1 5TN, DL1 5TJ, DL1 5UA, DL1 5AJ, DL1 5TB, DL1 5TF, DL1 5TE, DL1 5TY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL1 5TD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.3% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.7% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 35.4% | 39% | 3.6% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 37.1% | -5.2% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 11.9% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 7.5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.6% | 38.2% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 32.7% | -6.8% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 16.1% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 7.5% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 5.5% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 4.3% |
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.
In the area around DL1 5TD this area, 38.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.1% | 38.1% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 19.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 11.3% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 14.4% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 15% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 14.4% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -19.4% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.3% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.6% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.1% | 89.6% | -8.5% | 81.4% | 8.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 0.6% | 3.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 85.7% 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 | 97.1% | 85.7% | -11.4% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 9.7% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 84.8% | -11.9% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 5.1% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.8% | 76.7% | -12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Other Europe | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Muslim | 5.1% | 6.5% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 1% | 6.0% | -5.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parkside was 190.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.3% lower than the Park East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parkside has the 8th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Park East and the 68th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 105.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 209 Parkside, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-08-08 | £244,974 |
| 193 Parkside, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-01-06 | £226,105 |
| 191 Parkside, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2021-03-12 | £209,559 |
| 203 Parkside, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2017-01-20 | £215,338 |
| 193 Parkside, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2014-08-26 | £214,800 |
DL1 5TD 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.
| Retired | 42 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,955 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 | 349 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's RC Primary School Beechwood Avenue , DL3 7HP | 4out of 4 | 1,079 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rydal Academy Rydal Road , DL1 4BH | 3out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Infants' School Cleveland Terrace , DL3 8JA | 4out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Academy Fenby Avenue , Lascelles Park DL1 4UB | 4out of 4 | 1,743 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 | 2,304 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 2,489 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 2out of 4 | 2,817 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth School Croft Road , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2JG | 4out of 4 | 3,731 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 2out of 4 | 3,916 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 | 1,635 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 2,324 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 | 745 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 3,347 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | 3out of 4 | 3,468 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Garden School Clow Beck Eco Centre , Croft On Tees DL2 2TF | - not rated | 3,582 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Embleton View Westgate House , Coniscliffe Road DL3 8TF | - not rated | 3,658 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth House School Westfield Drive , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2AD | - not rated | 3,852 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Park Cafe | Cafe, South Park | 282 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skerne Park Pub | Skerne Park Hotel, Coleridge Gardens | 361 yd | |
| Darlington Rugby Football Club Ltd | Darlington Rugby Football Club, Grange Road | 739 yd | |
| Blackwell Grange Golf Club Ltd | Stressholme Golf Centre, Snipe Lane | 838 yd | |
| Darlington Cricket Club | South Terrace, Darlington | 998 yd | |
| Cleveland Sports And Social Club | Neasham Road, Darlington | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rio's Ltd | Skerne Park Hotel, Coleridge Gardens | 361 yd | |
| Park Lane Fish & Chips | Park Lane Fisheries, 180 - 182 Park Lane | 479 yd | |
| King Do | 109 Park Lane, DARLINGTON | 667 yd | |
| Pizza Town | 108 Victoria Road, DARLINGTON | 1,051 yd | |
| Hot Plate | 118 Victoria Road, Darlington | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 4 Clifton Road, DARLINGTON | 942 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Park SOUTH PARK SOUTH PARK PARKSIDE | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Darlington Rugby Football Club GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 746 yd |
| Quaker Sports Centre (Closed) Feethams Ground Feethams Ground South Terrace | 796 yd | |
| Polam Hall School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 804 yd |
| The Blackwell Grange Hotel | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 911 yd |
| Darlington Cricket Club SOUTH TERRACE | grass pitches | 990 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 | 161.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.