Reid Street is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL3 6EX is located in the Pierremont electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Reid Street, Darlington, DL3 6EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL3 6EZ, DL3 6HA, DL3 6EU, DL3 6EY, DL3 6HB, DL3 6HT, DL3 6ES, DL3 6HD, DL3 6HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL3 6EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.1% | 50.5% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 43.9% | 49.5% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 6EX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.9% 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 | 56.2% | 54.9% | -1.3% | 37.9% | 17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.6% | 25% | 0.4% | 44.2% | -19.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 14.1% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 4.3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 51.4% | 38.4% | -13.0% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 34.7% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 19% | 9.9% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 5.6% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 16.7% | 19.6% | 2.9% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.2% | 8.2% | -14.0% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 18.5% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 6.5% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.7% | 17.4% | -0.3% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 26.6% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.5% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 6.9% | 5.3% | 3.1% | 3.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.3% | 83.5% | -11.8% | 81.4% | 2.1% |
| Other | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
In this area, 81.4% 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 | 94.5% | 81.4% | -13.1% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| European Union | 2% | 5.6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 11.2% | 9.6% | 5.6% | 5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 81.4% | -13.1% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 5.6% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 8.4% | 5.6% | 1.9% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.7% | 76.7% | -12.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 7.9% | 1.2% | 6.7% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.4% | 37.2% | 10.2% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Reid Street was 379.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 483.6% higher than the College average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Reid Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in College and the 20th highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 246.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Reid Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2026-02-02 | £75,000 |
| 10 Reid Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2026-01-28 | £89,876 |
| 7 Reid Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2025-08-21 | £74,929 |
| 8 Reid Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2024-10-01 | £82,919 |
| 44 Reid Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £64,250 | 2023-12-20 | £67,358 |
DL3 6EX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 543 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Nursery School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 554 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 3out of 4 | 1,471 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Hill Nursery School Prescott Street , DL1 2ND | - not rated | 1,662 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Nursery School Belgrave Street , DL1 4AP | - not rated | 2,312 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | 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 | 71 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reid Street Primary School Reid Street , DL3 6EX | - not rated | 71 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Junior School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Infant School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Community Primary School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 554 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | - not rated | 1,891 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel RC College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | - not rated | 1,891 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy of Sport Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | - not rated | 1,928 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | - not rated | 1,928 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield School Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | - not rated | 1,928 yd | Community school | 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 | 926 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 926 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 1,613 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,773 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadholme Dene Grove , DL3 9LU | - not rated | 608 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | - not rated | 1,128 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarm at Raventhorpe Carmel Road North , DL3 8JB | - not rated | 1,688 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Polam Hall School Grange Road , DL1 5PA | - not rated | 1,802 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 3out of 4 | 1,985 yd | Free schools special | 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 | 31 yd | |
| Willow Road Lunch Club | St Matthews Church Hall, Willow Road | 300 yd | |
| Dine | Railway Pensions Management Limited, Stooperdale Offices | 522 yd | |
| St Teresas Hospice Movement | The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road | 564 yd | |
| Bengal Heritage | 121 Gladstone Street, DARLINGTON | 709 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Bowling Club | Branson House, 104 Woodland Road | 464 yd | |
| The Brinkburn | Lady Kathryn Grove, Darlington | 540 yd | |
| Builders Arms | 18 Hopetown Lane, Darlington | 557 yd | |
| Hopetown & Whessoe WMC | 17-18 Alliance Street, Darlington | 602 yd | |
| Darlington Snooker Club | 1 Corporation Road, Darlington | 714 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Funky Chicken | 189 Greenbank Road, DARLINGTON | 174 yd | |
| Frydays | 125 Salisbury Terrace, DARLINGTON | 215 yd | |
| Yings | 53 Major Street, DARLINGTON | 329 yd | |
| Brinkburn Pizza | 2 Harrison Terrace, DARLINGTON | 330 yd | |
| Spice Island | 90 Surtees Street, Darlington | 345 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | Corporation Road, DARLINGTON | 381 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 5, North Road Retail Park | 896 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 6, North Road Retail Park | 960 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd | 97 North Road, Darlington | 973 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 61 - 63 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 1,001 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington Railway Athletic Sports And Social Club BRINKBURN ROAD | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Darlington) JOHN STREET | health and fitness suite | 839 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 921 yd |
| Darlington Indoor Bowls Club North Road | indoor bowls | 950 yd |
| The Fitness Centre 100-102 100-102 BONDGATE | health and fitness suite | 995 yd |
| The King'S Centre WHESSOE ROAD | 1,009 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 120.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.