High Road is in Bishop Middleham, Ferryhill and in Sedgefield district. DL17 9BB is located in the Bishop Middleham and Cornforth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Road, Bishop Middleham, Ferryhill, DL17 9BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL17 9BG, DL17 9AY, DL17 9AX, DL17 9AU, DL17 9BD, DL17 9BE, DL17 9BA, DL17 9AZ, DL17 9AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL17 9BB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 53.8% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 48.1% | 46.2% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 27.7% | 28.6% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 50.4% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 12.3% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 11% | 6% | -5.0% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43% | 50.3% | 7.3% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 27.2% | -11.7% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 15.4% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 5.1% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 18.9% | 19.5% | 0.6% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 6.4% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 16.3% | -4.9% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 19.5% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 27.9% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.7% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.5% | 96.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| 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% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 95.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.5% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Road was 59.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.6% lower than the Aycliffe East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Road has the 28th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Aycliffe East and the 693rd lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 High Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2025-03-07 | £134,369 |
| 20 High Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-05-29 | £130,141 |
| 18 High Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-03-15 | £101,019 |
| 6 High Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,500 | 2023-11-10 | £154,978 |
| 21 High Road, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2022-09-30 | £146,847 |
DL17 9BB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Michael's C of E Primary School Front Street , Bishop Middleham DL17 9AL | 4out of 4 | 477 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferryhill Station Primary School Ferryhill Station , DL17 0DB | 2out of 4 | 3,128 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Cornforth Primary School High Street , West Cornforth DL17 9HP | 4out of 4 | 3,483 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fishburn Primary School East View , Fishburn TS21 4AU | 2out of 4 | 3,713 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedgefield Hardwick Primary School Hawthorn Road , Sedgefield TS21 3DA | 4out of 4 | 3,808 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgefield Community College Hawthorn Road , Sedgefield TS21 3DD | - not rated | 4,050 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 4,253 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cross Keys | 9 High Street | 319 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Middleham Leisure Park RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND THE PARK | grass pitches | 635 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 | 25.0% |
| 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 | 75.0% |
| Median download speed | 26.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 27.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 48.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 48.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.