Dans Castle is in Tow Law, Bishop Auckland and in Wear Valley district. DL13 4BB is located in the Tow Law 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 Dans Castle, Tow Law, Bishop Auckland, DL13 4BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL13 4AY, DL13 4BD, DL13 4AN, DL13 4AZ, DL13 4BE, DL13 4DB, DL13 4DD, DL13 4AJ, DL13 4AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL13 4BB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.8% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.2% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DL13 4BB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.4% | 30.8% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 53.6% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 7.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 32.6% | 36% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -12.4% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 42.1% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 8.5% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 17.8% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 2.7% | -4.5% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 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 | 32.9% | 22.1% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11.2% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 15% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 19.5% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 25.5% | 11.6% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.9% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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% | 97.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 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 | 98.6% | 97.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dans Castle was 82.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.4% lower than the Crook average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dans Castle has the 44th highest crime rate of 93 local areas in Crook and the 797th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99 Dans Castle, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £39,999 | 2023-09-29 | £44,270 |
| 99 Dans Castle, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £60,500 | 2022-09-30 | £65,024 |
| 98 Dans Castle, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £31,500 | 2020-12-18 | £41,260 |
| 106 Dans Castle, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £52,500 | 2019-08-23 | £72,932 |
| 94 Dans Castle, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2019-07-11 | £74,393 |
DL13 4BB 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Mining and quarrying | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessed John Duckett Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary Smith Street , Tow Law DL13 4AU | 3out of 4 | 507 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tow Law Millennium Primary School Wear Street , Attlee Estate DL13 4LF | 3out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolsingham Primary School Upper Town , Wolsingham DL13 3ET | 3out of 4 | 4,631 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peases West Primary School Billy Row , DL15 9SZ | 3out of 4 | 5,157 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pantry | 43 High Street | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tow Law Town AFC | Ironworks Road | 357 yd | |
| The Newmarket | 1 Castle Bank | 412 yd | |
| Lisa's Food @ The Newmarket | 1 Castle Bank | 412 yd | |
| Looking Glass House | Station Hotel, 63 High Street | 650 yd | |
| Tow Law Masonic Hall | Bridge Street | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dans Castle | 6 Dans Castle | 80 yd | |
| Pizza Home | 1-2 Dans Castle | 80 yd | |
| Golden Fry | 82 High Street | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 47a High Street | 583 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ironworks Road Ground Ironworks Road | grass pitches | 292 yd |
| Tow Law Recreation Ground MILLENNIUM COURT | grass pitches | 567 yd |
| Tow Law Bmx Track Wolsingham Road | cycling | 766 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 | 97.4% |
| 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 | 72.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.