Kingsley Drive is in Crook and in Wear Valley district. DL15 9UX is located in the Crook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Durham. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsley Drive, Crook, DL15 9UX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL15 9UY, DL15 9UU, DL15 9NU, DL15 9NS, DL15 9TZ, DL15 9UT, DL15 9TY, DL15 9TX, DL15 9NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL15 9UX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51.1% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.9% | 48.9% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 DL15 9UX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.2% 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 | 15.9% | 12.3% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -25.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73.6% | 71.2% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 27.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 7.2% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 46.9% | 43.1% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 36.8% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 13.8% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.6% | 15% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 9.9% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 13.3% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 7.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 19.1% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.4% | 30.7% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 2% | 4.4% | 2.4% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 98.8% | 98.8% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 98.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.4% | 37.2% | -11.8% |
| Christian | 68.9% | 46.2% | 22.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsley Drive was 34.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.9% lower than the Crook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kingsley Drive has the 13th lowest crime rate of 93 local areas in Crook and the 394th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 95.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Kingsley Drive, Crook, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2024-08-29 | £243,909 |
| 9 Kingsley Drive, Crook, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-08-18 | £225,547 |
| 4 Kingsley Drive, Crook, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £166,500 | 2017-06-21 | £234,309 |
| 10 Kingsley Drive, Crook, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2017-03-17 | £297,758 |
| 9 Kingsley Drive, Crook, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2015-12-18 | £244,600 |
DL15 9UX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DL15 9UX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 125 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartside Primary Academy Hartside , DL15 9NN | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crook Primary School Croft Avenue , DL15 8QG | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Church Hill , DL15 9DN | 3out of 4 | 2,030 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Howden-le-Wear Primary School School Street , Howden-le-Wear DL15 8HJ | 4out of 4 | 2,317 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peases West Primary School Billy Row , DL15 9SZ | 3out of 4 | 2,529 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fry | 48 Laurel Gardens | 839 yd | |
| Only Foods and Sauces | Crook Town AFC, West Road | 1,049 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Field WEST 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.