Chapel View is in Barnard Castle and in County Durham district. DL12 8GE is located in the Barnard Castle East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bishop Auckland. This postcode has been in use since 2011-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel View, Barnard Castle, DL12 8GE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL12 8EU, DL12 8ES, DL12 8HR, DL12 8HY, DL12 8EW, DL12 8NY, DL12 8BL, DL12 8BB, DL12 8BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL12 8GE has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.1% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.9% | 56.1% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 5.1% |
| Male | 42.1% | 43.9% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -5.1% |
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 | 17% | 25.4% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 50.8% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 10.2% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 16% | 12.3% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 | 39.2% | 41% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 34.7% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 20.3% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.1% | -1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.2% | 18.3% | -11.9% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.1% | 9.8% | 3.7% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 11.5% | 0.7% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 7.2% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 15.3% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.7% | 34.9% | -3.8% | 33.8% | 1.1% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.9% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 96.3% | 97% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 97% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.4% | 13.5% | 10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.8% | 37.2% | -8.4% |
| Christian | 67.9% | 46.2% | 21.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel View was 7.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.7% lower than the Barnard Castle East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel View has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 91 local areas in Barnard Castle East and the 36th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% 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 Chapel View, Barnard Castle, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2020-03-23 | £206,424 |
| 5 Chapel View, Barnard Castle, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2018-10-26 | £220,243 |
| 2 Chapel View, Barnard Castle, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2018-10-12 | £211,605 |
| 1 Chapel View, Barnard Castle, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2014-08-15 | £260,319 |
| 5 Chapel View, Barnard Castle, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2012-02-24 | £190,351 |
DL12 8GE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DL12 8GE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 127 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montalbo Nursery & Primary School Fairfield Road , DL12 8TN | 3out of 4 | 265 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Barnard Castle Birch Road , DL12 8JR | 4out of 4 | 481 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lane Church of England Controlled Primary School Green Lane , DL12 8LG | 3out of 4 | 716 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotherstone Primary School Cotherstone , DL12 9QB | 4out of 4 | 5,272 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teesdale School and Sixth Form Prospect Place , DL12 8HH | 4out of 4 | 704 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnard Castle School Newgate , DL12 8UN | - not rated | 838 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andalucia | 82a Galgate | 169 yd | |
| Fish & Chips at 149 | 36 Galgate | 348 yd | |
| No 3 Coffee Bar & Grill | 3 Galgate | 424 yd | |
| Valentine's Restaurant | 11 Galgate | 424 yd | |
| Rise Artisan | 13 Horsemarket | 456 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach & Horses | 22 Galgate | 348 yd | |
| Cricketers Arms | 48-50 Galgate | 348 yd | |
| Barnard Castle Working Mens Club | Galgate | 390 yd | |
| Commercial Hotel | 12 Galgate | 460 yd | |
| Barnard Castle Rugby Union Football Club | 7 Birch Road | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spaimees | 112 Galgate | 169 yd | |
| Golden Gate | 34 Galgate | 348 yd | |
| Barnard Castle Fisheries | 15 Horsemarket | 456 yd | |
| Gelato Lusso | 5 Market Place | 572 yd | |
| Pizza Cottage | 16 Market Place | 607 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 23 Galgate | 390 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | 17 Horsemarket | 456 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 22 Market Place | 545 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Montalbo Primary School FAIRFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 326 yd |
| Barnard Castle Cricket Club VERE ROAD | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Barnard Castle Football Club BARTLEMERE | grass pitches | 391 yd |
| St Marys Rc Primary School BIRCH ROAD | grass pitches | 404 yd |
| Witham Hall (Closed) Horsemarket | 475 yd | |
| Teesdale School PROSPECT PLACE | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Green Lane Church Of England School GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Barnard Castle Lawn Tennis Club Bowes Museum Bowes Museum Newgate | tennis courts | 662 yd |
| Teesdale Leisure Centre STRATHMORE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 748 yd |
| Barnard Castle School (Senior School) NEWGATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 774 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.