Dunelm Court is in Barnard Castle and in Teesdale district. DL12 8JT is located in the Barnard Castle East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bishop Auckland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dunelm Court, Barnard Castle, DL12 8JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL12 8JU, DL12 8JX, DL12 8JR, DL12 8JY, DL12 8JZ, DL12 8LA, DL12 8NL, DL12 8HS, DL12 8LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL12 8JT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% of residents 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 | 52.9% | 54.3% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 47.1% | 45.7% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 | 31% | 36.1% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 28.4% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -15.8% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 17.2% | 15.8% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 14.8% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61.6%) 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 | 34.1% | 33.6% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -14.8% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 28% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 23.1% | 25.1% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 12.4% |
| Bad health | 11.5% | 8.1% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 4.0% |
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 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.7% | 27.1% | -16.6% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 13.8% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.8% | 19.3% | 9.5% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.5% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 13.8% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 17.7% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 99% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 98.6% | 99% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 99% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.3% | 76.7% | -11.4% |
| No passport held | 34.7% | 13.5% | 21.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 61.4% | 46.2% | 15.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dunelm Court was 211.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 242.2% higher than the Barnard Castle East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dunelm Court has the 3rd highest crime rate of 91 local areas in Barnard Castle East and the 236th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 23.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Dunelm Court, Barnard Castle, County Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2025-01-20 | £82,540 |
| 51 Dunelm Court, Barnard Castle, County Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £63,500 | 2017-06-08 | £78,154 |
| 56 Dunelm Court, Barnard Castle, County Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2015-03-31 | £77,234 |
| 51 Dunelm Court, Barnard Castle, County Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2014-12-23 | £83,892 |
| 51 Dunelm Court, Barnard Castle, Durham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £43,000 | 2003-05-09 | £73,795 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DL12 8JT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 59 |
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Barnard Castle Birch Road , DL12 8JR | 4out of 4 | 115 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Montalbo Nursery & Primary School Fairfield Road , DL12 8TN | 3out of 4 | 640 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lane Church of England Controlled Primary School Green Lane , DL12 8LG | 3out of 4 | 740 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 970 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 | 590 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowes Museum | Newgate | 212 yd | |
| Capri Pizzeria | 25 Newgate | 258 yd | |
| No 15 | 15 Market Place | 396 yd | |
| Babul's | 9 Market Place | 396 yd | |
| Clarendons Cafe and Tearoom | 29 Market Place | 397 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnard Castle Rugby Union Football Club | 7 Birch Road | 174 yd | |
| Barnard Castle Masonic Hall | 41 Newgate | 281 yd | |
| Black Horse Hotel | 10 Newgate | 333 yd | |
| Barnard Castle Working Mens Club | Galgate | 355 yd | |
| Raby Arms | 17 Market Place | 396 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gelato Lusso | 5 Market Place | 404 yd | |
| Barnard Castle Fisheries | 15 Horsemarket | 407 yd | |
| Pizza Cottage | 16 Market Place | 451 yd | |
| Castle Pizza | 6 Market Place | 451 yd | |
| The Butty Market | 5a The Bank | 459 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 23 Galgate | 355 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | 17 Horsemarket | 407 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 22 Market Place | 438 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys Rc Primary School BIRCH ROAD | grass pitches | 231 yd |
| Barnard Castle Football Club BARTLEMERE | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Barnard Castle Lawn Tennis Club Bowes Museum Bowes Museum Newgate | tennis courts | 365 yd |
| Witham Hall (Closed) Horsemarket | 401 yd | |
| Barnard Castle School (Senior School) NEWGATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 494 yd |
| Barnard Castle Cricket Club VERE ROAD | grass pitches | 615 yd |
| Montalbo Primary School FAIRFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Green Lane Church Of England School GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 693 yd |
| Teesdale School PROSPECT PLACE | grass pitches | 887 yd |
| Teesdale Leisure Centre STRATHMORE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,062 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% |
| Median download speed | 58.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.