Dunning Road is in Ferryhill and in Sedgefield district. DL17 8HN is located in the Ferryhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dunning Road, Ferryhill, DL17 8HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL17 8JX, DL17 8JY, DL17 8JT, DL17 8JZ, DL17 8LY, DL17 8LU, DL17 8LZ, DL17 8NA, DL17 8LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL17 8HN 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 | 48.1% | 48% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 51.9% | 52% | 0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.1% | 37.3% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 34.1% | -11.0% | 44.2% | -10.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4.1% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 15.2% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 9.2% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 (69.5%) 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 | 34.3% | 38.5% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 31% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 15.9% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 11.5% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 7.5% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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.
In the area around DL17 8HN this area, 30.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.7% | 30.4% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 10.6% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 15.2% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 16.6% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 18.4% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.8% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.8% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 95.9% | 94.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 94.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.1% | 76.7% | -9.6% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 29.4% | 13.5% | 15.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dunning Road was 121.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.6% higher than the Bishop Middleham and Cornforth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dunning Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bishop Middleham and Cornforth and the 528th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% 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 Dunning Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2023-05-26 | £70,249 |
| 10 Dunning Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2023-05-23 | £78,444 |
| 10 Dunning Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £42,000 | 2023-04-26 | £49,227 |
| 18 Dunning Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2022-08-22 | £150,721 |
| 24 Dunning Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2022-01-31 | £86,352 |
DL17 8HN 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 DL17 8HN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudhoe Moor Nursery School Tudhoe Moor , DL16 6EX | 3out of 4 | 2,533 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Oxclose Crescent , DL16 6RU | 4out of 4 | 3,862 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School Dean Bank , DL17 8PP | 3out of 4 | 82 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 2out of 4 | 820 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy Cleves Cross , DL17 8QY | 4out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferryhill Station Primary School Ferryhill Station , DL17 0DB | 2out of 4 | 2,479 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Park Primary School Bessemer Green , DL16 6PP | 2out of 4 | 2,767 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferryhill Business and Enterprise College Merrington Road , DL17 8RW | 3out of 4 | 1,262 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Park Academy Whitworth Lane , DL16 7LN | 1out of 4 | 3,998 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 3out of 4 | 820 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aycliffe Secure Services Care of: Durham County Council , 26 Chilton Way DL17 0SD | - not rated | 2,333 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Secondary School Rock Road , DL16 7DB | 4out of 4 | 3,712 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School Whitworth Lane , DL16 7QW | 2out of 4 | 4,375 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmo's Cafe | 12 Darlington Road | 38 yd | |
| Bayleaf Ferryhill, Authentic Indian Restaurant and Takeaway | 12-13 Main Street | 196 yd | |
| Romanas | 15 Market Street | 211 yd | |
| Ferryhill LADDER Centre | 5-7 Coniston Road | 385 yd | |
| Ferryhill Town Youth Football Club | Welfare Ground, Hackworth Close | 588 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dean & Chapter | Main Street | 196 yd | |
| The White Horse | 23 Market Street | 211 yd | |
| The Greyhound | 12 Market Street | 211 yd | |
| Mugsy's Manor @ The Manor House | Market Street | 375 yd | |
| Ferryhill Community Sports and Social Club Ltd | 7 North Street | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizzalicious | 5 Darlington Road | 38 yd | |
| Siciliano | 14 Darlington Road | 38 yd | |
| Pizza Hot | 16 Main Street | 196 yd | |
| Tasty Fusion | 7 Main Street | 196 yd | |
| Tasty House Chinese Takeaway | 14 Main Street | 196 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | 9-10 Market Street | 211 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 171A-177A Brancepeth Road | 946 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Allsports Fitness Centre (Closed) 1B 1B Main Street | health and fitness suite | 159 yd |
| Dean Bank Recreation Ground DEAN BANK RECREATION GROUND DEAN BANK RECREATION GROUND HACKWORTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 430 yd |
| King George V Playing Field BRANCEPETH ROAD | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| Broom Cottages Primary And Nursery School BROOM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 771 yd |
| Ferryhill Community Hub Lambton Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 1,022 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 | 97.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.2% |
| 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 | 61.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 225.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 191.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.