Greenbank Road is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL3 6ES is located in the Northgate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greenbank Road, Darlington, DL3 6ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL3 6EP, DL3 6ER, DL3 6ET, DL3 6NX, DL3 6EU, DL3 6EY, DL3 6NU, DL3 6NT, DL3 6EX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL3 6ES has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 48.8% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 53.1% | 51.2% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DL3 6ES, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 46.5% | 52.7% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 28.9% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -15.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 12.4% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 | 40.8% | 50.2% | 9.4% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 42% | 33.6% | -8.4% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 10.8% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 20.8% | 13.7% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 10.8% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 20.1% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 9.8% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 15.7% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 28.4% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.5% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.4% | 88% | -7.4% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 86.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95% | 86.6% | -8.4% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 7.1% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 86.3% | -8.0% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 4.6% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.4% | 76.7% | -10.3% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.8% | 37.2% | 12.6% |
| Christian | 38.2% | 46.2% | -8.0% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenbank Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the College average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 166 Greenbank Road, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2024-12-06 | £95,713 |
| 228 Greenbank Road, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £93,250 | 2024-10-30 | £98,467 |
| 186 Greenbank Road, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2024-03-27 | £101,953 |
| 216 Greenbank Road, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2023-11-16 | £105,592 |
| 208 Greenbank Road, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2023-04-21 | £86,569 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 473 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 1,421 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reid Street Primary School Reid Street , DL3 6EX | 3out of 4 | 64 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Community Primary School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | 1out of 4 | 529 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family RC Primary School Prior Street , DL3 9EN | 3out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Junior School Abbey Road , DL3 8NN | 3out of 4 | 1,326 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's RC Primary School Beechwood Avenue , DL3 7HP | 4out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 1,861 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | 3out of 4 | 1,991 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England Academy Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | 2out of 4 | 2,356 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Eggleston View , DL3 9SH | 2out of 4 | 2,401 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 2out of 4 | 2,567 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 | 859 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 1,589 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 | 1,703 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 1,989 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Hill Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 2,708 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Embleton View Westgate House , Coniscliffe Road DL3 8TF | - not rated | 3,406 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tea Room | 33 Craig Street, DARLINGTON | 175 yd | |
| Willow Road Lunch Club | St Matthews Church Hall, Willow Road | 441 yd | |
| St Teresas Hospice Movement | The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road | 553 yd | |
| Bengal Heritage | 121 Gladstone Street, DARLINGTON | 570 yd | |
| Dine | Railway Pensions Management Limited, Stooperdale Offices | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Bowling Club | Branson House, 104 Woodland Road | 509 yd | |
| Builders Arms | 18 Hopetown Lane, Darlington | 519 yd | |
| Darlington Snooker Club | 1 Corporation Road, Darlington | 575 yd | |
| Hopetown & Whessoe WMC | 17-18 Alliance Street, Darlington | 604 yd | |
| The Brinkburn | Lady Kathryn Grove, Darlington | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Funky Chicken | 189 Greenbank Road, DARLINGTON | 72 yd | |
| Frydays | 125 Salisbury Terrace, DARLINGTON | 78 yd | |
| Corporation Road Fisheries | 1 Bartlett Street, DARLINGTON | 282 yd | |
| Spice Island | 90 Surtees Street, Darlington | 337 yd | |
| Golden Fisheries | 91 Surtees Street, DARLINGTON | 391 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | Corporation Road, DARLINGTON | 235 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 5, North Road Retail Park | 809 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 6, North Road Retail Park | 870 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 61 - 63 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 906 yd | |
| B\& M Retail Ltd | 60 - 64 Northgate, DARLINGTON | 922 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Xercise4Less (Darlington) JOHN STREET | health and fitness suite | 724 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 859 yd |
| The Fitness Centre 100-102 100-102 BONDGATE | health and fitness suite | 862 yd |
| Darlington Indoor Bowls Club North Road | indoor bowls | 920 yd |
| Darlington Railway Athletic Sports And Social Club BRINKBURN ROAD | grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Larchfield Sports Centre (Closed) Larchfield Street | 1,053 yd | |
| The King'S Centre WHESSOE ROAD | 1,055 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.