Douglas Terrace is in Crook and in Wear Valley district. DL15 9JH is located in the Crook 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 Douglas Terrace, Crook, DL15 9JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL15 9JQ, DL15 9JA, DL15 9JJ, DL15 9JE, DL15 9HZ, DL15 9JB, DL15 9JF, DL15 9JG, DL15 9JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL15 9JH has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 50.7% | 48% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 49.3% | 52% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DL15 9JH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.6% | 42.7% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 37.3% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 11.8% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 45.5% | 39.4% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 40.8% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 15.2% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.2% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.5% | 24.9% | -0.6% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 9.7% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 14.3% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 7.8% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.9% | 21.2% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 20.7% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.2% | 97.8% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 97.9% | 98.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.2% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Douglas Terrace was 105.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.8% lower than the Crook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Douglas Terrace has the 28th highest crime rate of 93 local areas in Crook and the 622nd highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Douglas Terrace, Crook, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2023-09-22 | £76,166 |
| 7 Douglas Terrace, Crook, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2022-02-11 | £70,063 |
| 5 Douglas Terrace, Crook, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2021-11-12 | £67,542 |
| 7 Douglas Terrace, Crook, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £26,000 | 2019-01-31 | £37,847 |
| 4 Douglas Terrace, Crook, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £46,000 | 2018-06-18 | £65,897 |
DL15 9JH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartside Primary Academy Hartside , DL15 9NN | 3out of 4 | 249 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Church Hill , DL15 9DN | 3out of 4 | 785 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crook Primary School Croft Avenue , DL15 8QG | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peases West Primary School Billy Row , DL15 9SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley (Crook) Primary School Wooley Terrace , Stanley Crook DL15 9AN | 3out of 4 | 2,332 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 | 4,529 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Carriage Cafe | 36 Hope Street | 320 yd | |
| The Big Bite | 20b Hope Street | 485 yd | |
| The Butchers Tap | 9 Hope Street | 485 yd | |
| Perla Nera | 82a Hope Street | 502 yd | |
| Siciliano’s | 63 Hope Street | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Farrers Arms | 277 yd | ||
| The Crook Hotel | 56 Hope Street | 320 yd | |
| The White Swan | 66 Hope Street | 502 yd | |
| New Kings | 69 Hope Street | 502 yd | |
| Blu’s Cocktail & Wine Bar | 60-61 Hope Street | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rain Flower Takeaway | 41 Hope Street | 320 yd | |
| Perfect Chicken | 6 Hope Street | 485 yd | |
| The Cod Fry | 20 Hope Street | 485 yd | |
| Amis Pizzeria | 15 Hope Street | 485 yd | |
| Fortune Palace | 8 Hope Street | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | 5 North Terrace | 566 yd | |
| Aldi | Queen Street | 661 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hartside Primary School HARTSIDE | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Peases West Sports Centre Track PEASES WEST SPORTS CENTRE PEASES WEST SPORTS CENTRE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 422 yd |
| Wellness On Wheels (Closed) Civic Centre Civic Centre North Terrace | health and fitness suite | 533 yd |
| Mill Field WEST ROAD | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| Crook Cc CROOK CRICKET CLUB CROOK CRICKET CLUB DAWSON STREET | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Crook Primary School CROFT AVENUE | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Glenholme Park GLENHOLME PARK GLENHOLME PARK NEW ROAD | tennis courts | 1,063 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.