Linden Drive is in Hurworth Place, Darlington and in Darlington district. DL2 2DJ is located in the Hurworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Linden Drive, Hurworth Place, Darlington, DL2 2DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL2 2HZ, DL2 2DQ, DL2 2DH, DL2 2DW, DL2 2DN, DL2 2HU, DL2 2HL, DL2 2DG, DL2 2DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL2 2DJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% 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 | 57.4% | 55.1% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 42.6% | 44.9% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
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 | 17.5% | 28.7% | 11.2% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 43.3% | -11.1% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.7% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 13.4% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 17.5% | 11% | -6.5% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 37.9% | 41.8% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 36% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 15.9% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.2% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 31.3% | 16.5% | -14.8% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 6.7% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 15.9% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 12.2% | 6.6% | 5.3% | 6.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 17.1% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 28.7% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 5% | 3% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| White | 100% | 95.2% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 98.9% | 95.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95.2% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 66.5% | 46.2% | 20.3% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Linden Drive was 58.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.7% lower than the Hurworth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Linden Drive has the 15th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hurworth and the 149th lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising 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. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Linden Drive, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2021-01-29 | £107,074 |
| 5 Linden Drive, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2020-10-05 | £160,342 |
| 5 Linden Drive, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-03-31 | £208,560 |
| 7 Linden Drive, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2019-07-29 | £148,410 |
| 11 Linden Drive, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2019-06-26 | £94,747 |
DL2 2DJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DL2 2DJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 DL2 2DJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 4,976 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 5,401 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croft Church of England Primary School South Parade , Croft-on-Tees DL2 2SP | 4out of 4 | 674 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth Primary School Westfield Drive , Hurworth DL2 2ET | 3out of 4 | 1,681 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Skerne Park Academy Coleridge Gardens , DL1 5AJ | 2out of 4 | 3,362 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Academy Fenby Avenue , Lascelles Park DL1 4UB | 4out of 4 | 4,085 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rydal Academy Rydal Road , DL1 4BH | 3out of 4 | 4,174 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurworth School Croft Road , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2JG | 4out of 4 | 891 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England Academy Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | 2out of 4 | 5,197 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 2out of 4 | 5,293 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 5,367 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 5,046 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polam Hall School Grange Road , DL1 5PA | 2out of 4 | 4,171 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clervaux Garden School Clow Beck Eco Centre , Croft On Tees DL2 2TF | - not rated | 1,428 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth House School Westfield Drive , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2AD | - not rated | 1,787 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Court | HURWORTH PLACE, DARLINGTON | 71 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hurworth Community Association | Hurworth Grange Community Centre, Hurworth Road | 713 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Croft Working Mens Club Hurworth Road | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| The Croft Hotel Leisure Club (Closed) | health and fitness suite | 404 yd |
| Croft C Of E Primary School SOUTH PARADE | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Hurworth Grange Community Centre HURWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| Rockliffe Park Cricket Club PILMORE MEWS | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Hurworth School Croft Road | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Rockliffe Park ROCKLIFFE PARK ROCKLIFFE PARK ROAD ADJACENT TO ROCKLIFFE COURT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Rockliffe Hall | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 909 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.