Friars Pardon is in Hurworth, Darlington and in Darlington district. DL2 2EA 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 Friars Pardon, Hurworth, Darlington, DL2 2EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL2 2DZ, DL2 2DX, DL2 2EE, DL2 2ED, DL2 2HB, DL2 2DY, DL2 2EB, DL2 2JD, DL2 2YE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL2 2EA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 51.2% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 45.5% | 48.8% | 3.3% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 DL2 2EA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 15.2% | 19.7% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.4% | 61.8% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 7.2% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 11.2% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.2% | 47.5% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 38% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 9.4% | -6.3% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12% | 14% | 2.0% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 8% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 9.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 6.8% | -0.6% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 14.4% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 44% | 10.8% | 33.8% | 10.2% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.6% | 98% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 98.3% 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% | 98.3% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 98.3% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 62.9% | 46.2% | 16.7% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Friars Pardon was 3.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.6% lower than the Hurworth average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Friars Pardon has the lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hurworth and the 4th lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Friars Pardon, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-11-29 | £462,901 |
| 11 Friars Pardon, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £267,000 | 2024-10-28 | £292,777 |
| 23 Friars Pardon, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-10-29 | £302,025 |
| 19 Friars Pardon, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-08-20 | £322,878 |
| 25 Friars Pardon, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-05-12 | £314,155 |
DL2 2EA 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 2EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| 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 | 4,637 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 5,303 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurworth Primary School Westfield Drive , Hurworth DL2 2ET | 3out of 4 | 469 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Church of England Primary School South Parade , Croft-on-Tees DL2 2SP | 4out of 4 | 1,927 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Skerne Park Academy Coleridge Gardens , DL1 5AJ | 2out of 4 | 3,166 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Firthmoor Primary School Ingleby Moor Crescent , DL1 4RW | 3out of 4 | 3,425 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Academy Fenby Avenue , Lascelles Park DL1 4UB | 4out of 4 | 3,435 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 582 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England Academy Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | 2out of 4 | 4,601 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 5,012 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 5,131 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 | 4,124 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurworth House School Westfield Drive , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2AD | - not rated | 627 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Garden School Clow Beck Eco Centre , Croft On Tees DL2 2TF | - not rated | 2,637 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mustard Tree | 4 West End, HURWORTH | 165 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay Horse | 45 The Green, HURWORTH | 493 yd | |
| Hurworth Community Association | Hurworth Grange Community Centre, Hurworth Road | 546 yd | |
| Emerson Arms | 32 Church Row, HURWORTH | 854 yd | |
| The Otter And Fish | 1 Strait Lane, Hurworth | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hurworth Fisheries | 12 Church Row, HURWORTH | 854 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Priory Hurworth House Westfield Drive | 518 yd | |
| Hurworth Grange Community Centre HURWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Priory Hurworth House Playing Fields Crossfield Close | grass pitches | 598 yd |
| Hurworth School Croft Road | grass pitches | 651 yd |
| Rockliffe Park Cricket Club PILMORE MEWS | grass pitches | 1,020 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% |
| Median download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 196.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.