Kenilworth Avenue is in Bishop Auckland and in Wear Valley district. DL14 6NJ is located in the Bishop Auckland Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bishop Auckland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kenilworth Avenue, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6NJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL14 6NH, DL14 6NL, DL14 6NF, DL14 6NQ, DL14 6NT, DL14 6NG, DL14 6UQ, DL14 6UH, DL14 6LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL14 6NJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents 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 | 51.3% | 49.1% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 48.7% | 50.9% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 DL14 6NJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.7% 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 | 20.2% | 18.5% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 67.7% | 3.7% | 44.2% | 23.5% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 7.5% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 6.3% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 48.4% | 47% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 36.6% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 13.2% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.1% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.2% | 10.7% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 6.3% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 10.7% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 10.7% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 20.6% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.2% | 39.5% | 2.3% | 33.8% | 5.7% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.6% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 98.3% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 96.8% | 98.6% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 98.6% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 76.7% | 17.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.6% | 37.2% | -16.6% |
| Christian | 73.5% | 46.2% | 27.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kenilworth Avenue was 10.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.9% lower than the Bishop Auckland Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kenilworth Avenue has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Bishop Auckland Town and the 61st lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Kenilworth Avenue, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2023-12-18 | £157,054 |
| 14 Kenilworth Avenue, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-07-28 | £182,737 |
| 2 Kenilworth Avenue, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-06-30 | £190,250 |
| 8 Kenilworth Avenue, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2022-12-15 | £175,104 |
| 34 Kenilworth Avenue, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-10-21 | £172,222 |
DL14 6NJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 DL14 6NJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etherley Lane Nursery School Hazel Grove , DL14 7RF | 4out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aclet Close Nursery School Aclet Close , DL14 6PX | 3out of 4 | 1,288 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's CofE Primary School Warwick Road , DL14 6LS | 3out of 4 | 577 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Murphy Crescent , DL14 6QH | 3out of 4 | 709 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Etherley Lane Primary School Clarence Gardens , Etherley Lane DL14 7RB | 3out of 4 | 1,093 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse Community Primary School Walker Drive , DL14 6QW | 3out of 4 | 1,326 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockton Hill Junior School McIntyre Terrace , Cockton Hill DL14 6HW | 3out of 4 | 1,366 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Barrington Academy Woodhouse Lane , DL14 6LA | - not rated | 365 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College Woodhouse Lane , DL14 6JT | 3out of 4 | 472 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King James I Academy Bishop Auckland South Church Road , DL14 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Auckland College Woodhouse Lane , DL14 6JZ | - not rated | 404 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Primary School Warwick Road , DL14 6LS | 3out of 4 | 606 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhouse Close Church Community Centre | Proudfoot Drive | 865 yd | |
| Joey's Waffle House | 38 Cockton Hill Road | 1,011 yd | |
| Sin Ann's Deli | 83 Cockton Hill Road | 1,028 yd | |
| Devine Desserts | 8 Kensington South | 1,029 yd | |
| Caps Off Kitchen | 3 Bob Hardisty Drive | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Auckland Hospital Social Club | 32a Escomb Road | 505 yd | |
| Pollards Inn | 104 Etherley Lane | 519 yd | |
| Masons Arms | 17 Front Street | 813 yd | |
| Cockton Hill WMC | 32 Cockton Hill Road | 993 yd | |
| Caps Off Ltd | 3 Bob Hardisty Drive | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong House | 20 Bell Street | 933 yd | |
| Bishop Oriental | 10 Brewer Street | 961 yd | |
| CFC / Burger & Co | 48 Cockton Hill Road | 985 yd | |
| Jasmine Garden | 34 Cockton Hill Road | 993 yd | |
| Bishop Bertos | 73 Cockton Hill Road | 1,028 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Barrington Sports Centre WOODHOUSE LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 323 yd |
| St Annes C Of E Primary School WARWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 468 yd |
| St Johns Rc School WOODHOUSE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 492 yd |
| Bishop Auckland College WOODHOUSE LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 531 yd |
| St. Wilfrids Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School MURPHY CRESCENT | grass pitches | 651 yd |
| Cockton Hill Recreation Ground WOODHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Town Recreation Ground WESLEY GROVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 943 yd |
| Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex WOODHOUSE LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 959 yd |
| Etherley Lane Primary School CLARENCE GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Bishop Auckland Rugby Football Club WEST MILLS PLAYING FIELDS WEST MILLS PLAYING FIELDS BRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,089 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 37.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.