Oaks Bank is in Evenwood, Bishop Auckland and in Teesdale district. DL14 9SD 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 Oaks Bank, Evenwood, Bishop Auckland, DL14 9SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL14 9SA, DL14 9SB, DL14 9RS, DL14 9RU, DL14 9RP, DL14 9RR, DL14 9RT, DL14 9RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL14 9SD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50% | 49% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 27.1% | 30% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 48% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 12.6% | 6.5% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 8.1% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 36.2% | 35.9% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -12.5% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 42.1% | 6.3% | 33.6% | 8.5% |
| Fair health | 19% | 16.6% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 4.2% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.6% | 24% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 10.9% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 14.9% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 9.5% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 20.4% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 19% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.4% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 99.3% | 96.9% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 96.9% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 62.9% | 46.2% | 16.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oaks Bank was 112.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.9% higher than the Barnard Castle East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oaks Bank has the 10th highest crime rate of 91 local areas in Barnard Castle East and the 575th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muirlands Oaks Bank, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-10-31 | £170,996 |
| 2 Oaks Bank, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £95,990 | 2021-05-13 | £117,990 |
| 1 Oaks Bank, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-02-05 | £187,369 |
| 5 Oaks Bank, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £98,500 | 2019-08-30 | £136,834 |
| 5 Oaks Bank, Bishop Auckland, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2015-09-25 | £130,054 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramshaw Primary School Oaks Bank , Evenwood DL14 9SD | 3out of 4 | 52 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evenwood CofE Primary School New Road , Evenwood DL14 9QZ | 3out of 4 | 807 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Copeland Road Primary School West Auckland , DL14 9JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,830 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Toft Hill Primary School Toft Hill , DL14 0JA | 4out of 4 | 2,874 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery Lomond Walk , West Auckland DL14 9UD | 3out of 4 | 3,226 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 3,277 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katys Cafe | 9 Manor Street | 975 yd | |
| Evenwood Cafe | 4 The Centre | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travellers Rest | 7 Accrington Terrace | 956 yd | |
| Evenwood Workingmens Club | 8-10 Manor Street | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miners Munchies Chippy | 14 Swan Street | 333 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ramshaw Primary School OAKS BANK | grass pitches | 94 yd |
| Randolph Social Welfare Ground WELFARE CRICKET GROUND WELFARE CRICKET GROUND STONES END | cycling, grass pitches | 586 yd |
| Evenwood C Of E Primary School | grass pitches | 775 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 | 39.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.37 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.37 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.