Hilton Road is in Barnard Castle and in Teesdale district. DL12 8LH 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 Hilton Road, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL12 8LL, DL12 8LJ, DL12 8LE, DL12 8LN, DL12 8LQ, DL12 8GA, DL12 8HX, DL12 8HQ, DL12 8LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL12 8LH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 52.8% | 52.1% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 47.2% | 47.9% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 30.2% | 35% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 39.8% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 15% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 6.6% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 43.1% | 42% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 36.9% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 14.3% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 5.8% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.9% | 23.9% | -13.0% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 11.9% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 19.5% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 6.2% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 21.7% | 11.5% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 16.4% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.7% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
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 | 98.1% | 99% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| No passport held | 26.2% | 13.5% | 12.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 65.2% | 46.2% | 19.0% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hilton Road was 37.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.3% lower than the Barnard Castle East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hilton Road has the 38th lowest crime rate of 91 local areas in Barnard Castle East and the 426th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Hilton Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2024-10-25 | £170,110 |
| 13 Hilton Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-12-06 | £127,087 |
| 9 Hilton Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-03-30 | £114,241 |
| 30 Hilton Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2022-04-22 | £88,790 |
| 3 Hilton Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-02-25 | £172,188 |
DL12 8LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Lane Church of England Controlled Primary School Green Lane , DL12 8LG | 3out of 4 | 358 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montalbo Nursery & Primary School Fairfield Road , DL12 8TN | 3out of 4 | 522 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 | 790 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 306 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 | 782 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teesdale Community Resources | The Hub, Shaw Bank | 541 yd | |
| Andalucia | 82a Galgate | 609 yd | |
| Gather & Gather by CH&CO Catering Ltd | Glaxo Staff Restaurant, Harmire Road | 654 yd | |
| Bowes Museum | Newgate | 731 yd | |
| Fish & Chips at 149 | 36 Galgate | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GlaxoSmithKline Sports and Social Club | Strathmore Road | 538 yd | |
| Coach & Horses | 22 Galgate | 820 yd | |
| Cricketers Arms | 48-50 Galgate | 820 yd | |
| Barnard Castle Rugby Union Football Club | 7 Birch Road | 840 yd | |
| The Red Well Inn | Harmire Road | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spaimees | 112 Galgate | 609 yd | |
| Golden Gate | 34 Galgate | 820 yd | |
| Barnard Castle Fisheries | 15 Horsemarket | 921 yd | |
| Gelato Lusso | 5 Market Place | 1,011 yd | |
| Pizza Cottage | 16 Market Place | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 23 Galgate | 852 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | 17 Horsemarket | 921 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 22 Market Place | 1,002 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teesdale School PROSPECT PLACE | grass pitches | 269 yd |
| Green Lane Church Of England School GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 314 yd |
| Barnard Castle Football Club BARTLEMERE | grass pitches | 365 yd |
| Teesdale Leisure Centre STRATHMORE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 448 yd |
| Montalbo Primary School FAIRFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Glaxosmithkline Sports And Social Club HARMIRE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 679 yd |
| Barnard Castle Lawn Tennis Club Bowes Museum Bowes Museum Newgate | tennis courts | 734 yd |
| The Hub THE HUB THE HUB ROMAN ROAD | cycling | 745 yd |
| Barnard Castle School (Senior School) NEWGATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 782 yd |
| Barnard Castle Cricket Club VERE ROAD | grass pitches | 800 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.