Hood Street is in St Johns Chapel, Bishop Auckland and in Wear Valley district. DL13 1QR is located in the Weardale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hood Street, St Johns Chapel, Bishop Auckland, DL13 1QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL13 1QP, DL13 1QS, DL13 1QW, DL13 1QN, DL13 1RF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL13 1QR 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 | 51.7% | 46.5% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 48.3% | 53.5% | 5.2% | 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 | 29.3% | 32.6% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.1% | 49.8% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 10% | 7% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 34.8% | 37.1% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 35.9% | -4.6% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 20.8% | 6.6% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 5.3% | -3.5% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.8% | -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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.1% | 26.1% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 8.8% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 11.9% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.4% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 29.2% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.2% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 98.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 98.3% | 98.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| No passport held | 25.3% | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.4% | 37.2% | -7.8% |
| Christian | 62.4% | 46.2% | 16.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hood Street was 72.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.9% higher than the Weardale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hood Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Weardale and the 835th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 Hood Street, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2011-01-28 | £99,529 |
| 78 Hood Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £24,000 | 1998-06-29 | £86,240 |
DL13 1QR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DL13 1QR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DL13 1QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Chapel Primary School Burnfoot , St John's Chapel DL13 1QH | 3out of 4 | 601 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wearhead Primary School Wearhead , DL13 1BN | 3out of 4 | 2,912 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington Bites Luncheon Club | Barrington Hall, Market Place | 600 yd | |
| Cafe Maxines | 7 Market Place | 600 yd | |
| Chatterbox Cafe | 11 Market Place | 600 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Bell Inn | 12 Hood Street | 361 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | 12 Market Place | 600 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakes and Dales Co-Operative | 3 Market Place | 600 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Johns Chapel Football Pitch | grass pitches | 841 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.