Archer Road is in Middleton One Row, Darlington and in Darlington district. DL2 1BB is located in the Sadberge & Middleton St George electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Archer Road, Middleton One Row, Darlington, DL2 1BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL2 1BD, DL2 1AZ, DL2 1BA, DL2 1AT, DL2 1AS, DL2 1AR, DL2 1AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL2 1BB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.1% | 50.7% | -6.4% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 42.9% | 49.3% | 6.4% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 24.7% | 38.4% | 13.7% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.4% | 45.7% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7% | 5.4% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 22.2% | 8.3% | -13.9% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 29.6% | 43.9% | 14.3% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 33.6% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 28.4% | 17.3% | -11.1% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 8% | 2.7% | -5.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 17.9% | -13.7% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 9.7% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 12.9% | 1.4% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 17.2% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 32.6% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 4.7% | 5% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.6% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.9% | 96.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 96.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Archer Road was 340.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 416.6% higher than the Hurworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Archer Road has the highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hurworth and the 22nd highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 258.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Archer Road, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-07-02 | £252,158 |
| 4 Archer Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-11-11 | £170,685 |
| 7 Archer Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2017-03-31 | £169,019 |
| 3 Archer Road, Darlington, Darlington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2016-04-22 | £147,798 |
| 8 Archer Road, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2007-10-01 | £152,796 |
DL2 1BB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Other | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. George's Church of England Academy Neasham Road , Middleton St George DL2 1LD | 4out of 4 | 1,523 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Firthmoor Primary School Ingleby Moor Crescent , DL1 4RW | 3out of 4 | 4,960 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Harris Street , DL1 4NL | 3out of 4 | 5,315 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School The Green , Long Newton TS21 1DL | 3out of 4 | 5,416 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.