Gladstone Street is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL3 6JU 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 Gladstone Street, Darlington, DL3 6JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL3 6JR, DL1 1QS, DL1 1TZ, DL1 1QP, DL3 6JW, DL1 1TR, DL1 1PR, DL1 1QU, DL3 6LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL3 6JU is primarily male, with 57.3% of the population 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 | 45.4% | 42.7% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -8.3% |
| Male | 54.6% | 57.3% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 8.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DL3 6JU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.4% 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 | 49.2% | 45.4% | -3.8% | 37.9% | 7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.5% | 40.8% | 7.3% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 7.8% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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 | 44.5% | 43.4% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 31.9% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 19% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.6% | 22.8% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.5% | 22.4% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 12.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 16% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.5% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 12.8% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.7% | 17.4% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -16.4% |
| Other | 7.4% | 3.2% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 44.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 30.3% | 35.2% | 4.9% | 1.1% | 34.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 5.5% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 65.3% | 44.4% | -20.9% | 81.4% | -37.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 5.1% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 4.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 75.9% 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 | 83.1% | 75.9% | -7.2% | 83.2% | -7.3% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.5% | 18.3% | 5.8% | 5.6% | 12.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.8% | 75.7% | -7.1% | 83.2% | -7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 14.2% | 11.8% | 9.8% | 4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 2% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 5.7% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.5% | 2.4% | -7.1% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Italy | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.9% | 37.2% | -16.3% |
| Christian | 25.3% | 46.2% | -20.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 42.9% | 6.5% | 36.4% |
| Sikh | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gladstone Street was 251.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 301.2% higher than the College average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gladstone Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in College and the 38th highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 115.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Gladstone Street, Darlington, Darlington Other, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2018-03-21 | £235,183 |
| 31 - 33 Gladstone Street, Darlington, Darlington Other, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2018-03-21 | £235,183 |
| 29 Gladstone Street, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2005-06-03 | £195,375 |
The percentage of student residents living in DL3 6JU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Looking after home or family | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporation Road Nursery School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 439 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 630 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Hill Nursery School Prescott Street , DL1 2ND | - not rated | 1,155 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Nursery School Belgrave Street , DL1 4AP | - not rated | 1,417 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporation Road Junior School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 439 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Infant School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 439 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Community Primary School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 439 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Community Primary School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | 3out of 4 | 439 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reid Street Primary School Reid Street , DL3 6EX | 3out of 4 | 912 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Aidan's Church of England Academy Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Comprehensive School Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | - not rated | 1,547 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | - not rated | 2,324 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel RC College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | - not rated | 2,324 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haughton Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 2,344 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 875 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 875 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 882 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 | 1,298 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darlington Alternative Centre for Education McMullen House , Yarm Road DL1 1ED | - not rated | 1,302 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Polam Hall School Grange Road , DL1 5PA | - not rated | 1,357 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadholme Dene Grove , DL3 9LU | - not rated | 1,402 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge McMullen House , Yarm Road DL1 1ED | - not rated | 1,405 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | - not rated | 1,599 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bambudda | 67 Gladstone Street, DARLINGTON | 12 yd | |
| Kaspas Desserts | 150 - 154 Northgate, North Lodge | 108 yd | |
| Big Kids Little Kids Childcare | 172-176 Northgate, Darlington | 177 yd | |
| Eastern Bamboo Restaurant | 194 Northgate, Darlington | 177 yd | |
| Santorini Greek Cafe | 5 Crown Street, DARLINGTON | 225 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Half Moon | 130 Northgate, DARLINGTON | 74 yd | |
| Darlington Junior Unionist Club | Kendrew Street, DARLINGTON | 157 yd | |
| New Club | Quebec Street, Darlington | 226 yd | |
| Darlington Freemasons Hall | Archer Street, Darlington | 259 yd | |
| Darlington Snooker Club | 1 Corporation Road, Darlington | 339 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zam Zam | 29 Gladstone Street, DARLINGTON | 12 yd | |
| Best Kebab 1 | 146 Northgate, North Lodge | 74 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 138 - 140 Northgate, North Lodge | 85 yd | |
| Pizza Box | 145 Northgate, North Lodge | 132 yd | |
| Thai Lemon | 149 Northgate, North Lodge | 137 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B\& M Retail Ltd | 60 - 64 Northgate, DARLINGTON | 186 yd | |
| Tesco | 52 - 54 Cornmill Centre, DARLINGTON | 397 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | Corporation Road, DARLINGTON | 523 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Victoria Road, Darlington | 620 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 61 - 63 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 694 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Fitness Centre 100-102 100-102 BONDGATE | health and fitness suite | 327 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Darlington) HAUGHTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 525 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Darlington) JOHN STREET | health and fitness suite | 576 yd |
| The Dolphin Centre HORSE MARKET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 607 yd |
| The Gym (Darlington) Eastmount Road | health and fitness suite | 623 yd |
| Penthouse Fitness Suite BAINBRIDGE HOUSE BAINBRIDGE HOUSE SKINNERGATE | health and fitness suite | 624 yd |
| Larchfield Sports Centre (Closed) Larchfield Street | 757 yd | |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 872 yd |
| Darlington College CENTRAL PARK CENTRAL PARK HAUGHTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 878 yd |
| Darlington Cricket Club SOUTH TERRACE | grass pitches | 919 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.