Low Willington is in Willington, Crook and in Wear Valley district. DL15 0BD is located in the Willington and Hunwick 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 Low Willington, Willington, Crook, DL15 0BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL15 0DN, DL15 0DL, DL15 0UZ, DL15 0BE, DL15 0BQ, DL15 0BB, DL15 0BG, DL15 0DJ, DL15 0UY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL15 0BD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 44.3% | 49.6% | 5.3% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 55.7% | 50.4% | -5.3% | 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 | 33.7% | 39.3% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 35.2% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 14.2% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 6.4% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.1% | 43.8% | 12.7% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 25.4% | -5.7% | 33.6% | -8.2% |
| Fair health | 22.6% | 20.3% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 11.9% | 10.1% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 43.7% | 25.1% | -18.6% | 18.2% | 6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 5% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 15.5% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 9.1% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 15.1% | 8.6% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 26% | 14.4% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 5.5% | 4.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 97.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 100% | 97.8% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 97.8% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.5% | 76.7% | -12.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 33% | 13.5% | 19.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Low Willington was 146.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.8% higher than the Coundon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Low Willington has the 6th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Coundon and the 410th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.9%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Low Willington, Crook, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £665,000 | 2023-07-21 | £757,109 |
| 38 Low Willington, Crook, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-11-25 | £145,971 |
| 35 Low Willington, Crook, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2021-07-09 | £119,302 |
| 37 Low Willington, Crook, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2020-12-11 | £131,130 |
| 42 Low Willington, Crook, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-12-18 | £174,371 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephen's Church of England Primary School Hall Lane , Willington DL15 0QH | 3out of 4 | 317 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Primary School Chapel Street , Willington DL15 0EQ | 3out of 4 | 783 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Thomas Catholic Primary School, Willington Cumberland Terrace, , Willington, DL15 0PB | - not rated | 1,093 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunnybrow Primary School Hunwick Lane , DL15 0LT | 3out of 4 | 1,764 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Byers Green Primary School Wear View , Byers Green DL16 7PN | 3out of 4 | 1,931 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Academy Hall Lane Estate , Willington DL15 0QF | 4out of 4 | 492 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Park Academy Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | 1out of 4 | 5,200 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Learning Centre , DL15 0TY | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School Whitworth Lane , DL16 7QW | 2out of 4 | 4,808 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great North Eats | 110 Commercial Street | 612 yd | |
| Grace and Flavour Community Cafe C.I.C. | Willington Open Door Methodist Church, Wesley Street | 697 yd | |
| Coffea Espression | 49 High Street | 888 yd | |
| The Bait Room | 54 High Street | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Horse | 42 Low Willington | 2 yd | |
| Willington Cricket Club | Manor Road | 398 yd | |
| Cottles Bar | 30 Commercial Street | 597 yd | |
| The Commercial Willington | 115 Commercial Street | 612 yd | |
| Willington WMC & Institute | 1a Hall Lane Estate | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab House | 4 Commercial Street | 597 yd | |
| Golden Fish Inn | 6 Commercial Street | 597 yd | |
| Parrano Pizza Restaurant and Takeaway | 114 Commercial Street | 612 yd | |
| Rose Of India | 97-98 Commercial Street | 612 yd | |
| Pizza Nareno | 113 Commercial Street | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 1-2 Commercial Street | 597 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Stephens Ce Primary School | grass pitches | 417 yd |
| Rosedale Recreation Ground MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Parkside Academy HALL LANE ESTATE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 574 yd |
| Willington A.F.C WILLINGTON FOOTBALL CLUB WILLINGTON FOOTBALL CLUB HALL LANE ESTATE | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Complete Fitness (Closed) Chapel Street | health and fitness suite | 841 yd |
| Willington Primary School CHAPEL STREET | grass pitches | 895 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.