Church Square is in Cockfield, Bishop Auckland and in Teesdale district. DL13 5AE is located in the Evenwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bishop Auckland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Square, Cockfield, Bishop Auckland, DL13 5AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL13 5AA, DL13 5AF, DL13 5DE, DL13 5DA, DL13 5DQ, DL13 5DD, DL13 5DG, DL13 5AG, DL13 5DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL13 5AE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 50.9% | 52.4% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 49.1% | 47.6% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 28.9% | 36.6% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 42.4% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 10.7% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 6.5% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 40.3% | 43.2% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 27.8% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 17.7% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 9.1% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.2% | 25.5% | -13.7% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 16% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 15.2% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.2% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 13.3% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 24.3% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.7% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 99.1% | 99.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| 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 | 99.1% | 99.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.6% | 76.7% | -11.1% |
| No passport held | 34.4% | 13.5% | 20.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Square was 46.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.5% lower than the Barnard Castle East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Square has the 44th highest crime rate of 91 local areas in Barnard Castle East and the 529th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Church Square, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £42,000 | 2023-08-11 | £46,821 |
| 1 Church Square, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2022-07-15 | £101,341 |
| 5 Church Square, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £33,000 | 2022-05-06 | £38,088 |
| 9 Church Square, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2022-02-07 | £66,193 |
| 9 Church Square, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £43,000 | 2020-11-17 | £57,298 |
DL13 5AE 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.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cockfield Primary School Front Street , Cockfield DL13 5EN | 4out of 4 | 529 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Butterknowle Primary School Pinfold Lane , Butterknowle DL13 5PB | 3out of 4 | 2,647 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Evenwood CofE Primary School New Road , Evenwood DL14 9QZ | 3out of 4 | 2,884 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramshaw Primary School Oaks Bank , Evenwood DL14 9SD | 3out of 4 | 3,146 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School Black Swan Wynd , Staindrop DL2 3NL | 4out of 4 | 4,084 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staindrop Academy Cleatlam Lane , Staindrop DL2 3JU | 2out of 4 | 4,355 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highcroft School Highcroft , The Green DL13 5AG | - not rated | 189 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| YMCA Cafe | Cockfield Community Centre, Front Street | 579 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queens Head | 106 Front Street | 91 yd | |
| Cockfield WMC | 36 Front Street | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chatterbox Sandwich Shop | 75 Front Street | 191 yd | |
| Lucky Valley | 52 Front Street | 437 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 1-3 Prospect Square | 419 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pauline Charlton Sports Pavilion MOSTYN TERRACE | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Cockfield Primary School FRONT STREET | grass pitches | 663 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.