South Parade is in Croft On Tees, Darlington and in North Yorkshire district. DL2 2SR is located in the North Richmondshire electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Richmond (Yorks). This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Parade, Croft On Tees, Darlington, DL2 2SR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL2 2SF, DL2 2SL, DL2 2SS, DL2 2SU, DL2 2SG, DL2 2SJ, DL2 2SQ, DL2 2ST, DL2 2TN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL2 2SR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 52.2% | 52.3% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 47.8% | 47.7% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 2SR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.9% 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 | 19.8% | 29% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.2% | 55.9% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 11.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 8.8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 4.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 (86.9%) 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 | 58.8% | 52.3% | -6.5% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 26.3% | 34.6% | 8.3% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 10.3% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17% | 11.1% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.1% | 4.8% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 13% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 14.8% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.3% | 50% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 97.2% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 93.1% | 94.7% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 94.4% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.9% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Parade was 70.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.7% higher than the North Richmondshire average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Parade has the 5th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in North Richmondshire and the 533rd highest crime rate of 2,061 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Moorings South Parade, Darlington, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2024-12-10 | £557,051 |
| The Moorings South Parade, Darlington, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2022-09-05 | £534,040 |
| Drummore South Parade, Darlington, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2017-02-03 | £476,402 |
| The Moorings South Parade, Darlington, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2016-03-01 | £491,052 |
| Drummore South Parade, Darlington, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2014-10-31 | £440,821 |
DL2 2SR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% 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 2SR 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbourne Nursery School Belgrave Street , DL1 4AP | - not rated | 4,686 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 3out of 4 | 5,209 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 | 3out of 4 | 324 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Church of England Primary School South Parade , Croft-on-Tees DL2 2SP | - not rated | 324 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth Primary School Westfield Drive , Hurworth DL2 2ET | 3out of 4 | 2,035 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth Primary School Westfield Drive , Hurworth DL2 2ET | - not rated | 2,035 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Skerne Park Junior School Ribble Drive , DL1 5TY | - not rated | 3,377 yd | Community school | No | 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 | - not rated | 1,207 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth School Croft Road , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2JG | 3out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 3out of 4 | 5,301 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott School and Language College Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | - not rated | 5,301 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | - not rated | 5,424 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 | 5,203 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 5,203 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 3out of 4 | 4,343 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 | 1,141 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth House School Aspris Children's services Westfield Drive , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2AD | - not rated | 2,130 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth House School 38 The Green , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2AD | - not rated | 2,130 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Polam Hall School Grange Road , DL1 5PA | - not rated | 4,311 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarm at Raventhorpe Carmel Road North , DL3 8JB | - not rated | 4,904 yd | Other independent school | Yes | 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 | 442 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Croft Hotel Leisure Club (Closed) | health and fitness suite | 157 yd |
| Croft C Of E Primary School SOUTH PARADE | grass pitches | 182 yd |
| Croft Working Mens Club Hurworth Road | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| Rockliffe Park ROCKLIFFE PARK ROCKLIFFE PARK ROAD ADJACENT TO ROCKLIFFE COURT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,020 yd |
| Rockliffe Park Cricket Club PILMORE MEWS | grass pitches | 1,043 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 | 47.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.09 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.09 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.