Stanhope Road North is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL3 7AP is located in the College electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stanhope Road North, Darlington, DL3 7AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL3 7DE, DL3 7DB, DL3 7DD, DL3 7AS, DL3 7DF, DL3 7AR, DL3 7DG, DL3 7DW, DL3 7DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL3 7AP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 49.8% | 48.2% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.8% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 7AP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.5% 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 | 47.5% | 46.5% | -1.0% | 37.9% | 8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.7% | 27.6% | 5.9% | 44.2% | -16.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 19.9% | 12.4% | -7.5% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 11.1% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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 | 42.2% | 42.5% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 28.6% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 17.9% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 7.9% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 3.2% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 | 24% | 19.6% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 6.8% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 12.3% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 16.4% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.2% | 32.9% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 1.4% | 7.8% | 6.4% | 2.8% | 5.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 95.8% | 89.4% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 90.5% | 85.9% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 7.5% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 4.3% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 86.6% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.8% | 6.7% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stanhope Road North was 245.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 226.1% higher than the College average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stanhope Road North has the 12th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in College and the 47th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 129.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 55.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Stanhope Road North, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-03-18 | £376,086 |
| 49 Stanhope Road North, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £316,000 | 2024-04-03 | £335,690 |
| 33 Stanhope Road North, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2023-12-14 | £354,768 |
| 1 Stanhope Road North, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2023-11-27 | £409,439 |
| 3 Stanhope Road North, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £193,950 | 2023-09-08 | £211,128 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service 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 | 277 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's RC Primary School Beechwood Avenue , DL3 7HP | 4out of 4 | 669 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reid Street Primary School Reid Street , DL3 6EX | 3out of 4 | 742 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Community Primary School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | 1out of 4 | 852 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Junior School Abbey Road , DL3 8NN | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Infants' School Cleveland Terrace , DL3 8JA | 4out of 4 | 999 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 | 1,550 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 2out of 4 | 2,209 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England Academy Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | 2out of 4 | 2,255 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Eggleston View , DL3 9SH | 2out of 4 | 2,627 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | 3out of 4 | 2,694 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 142 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 1,659 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 | 1,001 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 | 1,885 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Hill Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 3,082 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Embleton View Westgate House , Coniscliffe Road DL3 8TF | - not rated | 3,109 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Garden School Clow Beck Eco Centre , Croft On Tees DL2 2TF | - not rated | 5,081 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Toss | 42 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 193 yd | |
| Maggie's | 54 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 193 yd | |
| House Of Flavour Inc | 53 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 212 yd | |
| Hideaway | 26 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 238 yd | |
| Sol Tapas | 28 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 238 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angels Cut | 39 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 251 yd | |
| The Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, 1 Archer Street | 361 yd | |
| Turks Head | 21 - 22 Bondgate, DARLINGTON | 380 yd | |
| Buzz Bingo | 37 Skinnergate, Darlington | 395 yd | |
| Darlington Flyer | The Darlington Flyer, 30 Skinnergate | 400 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Right Plaice | 40 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 193 yd | |
| Marinos Pizza | 32A Larchfield Street, DARLINGTON | 194 yd | |
| The Pasta Shop Darlington | 10 Woodland Road, DARLINGTON | 216 yd | |
| Cakes N Boba | 59 Bondgate, DARLINGTON | 219 yd | |
| Stacked Loaded Sandwiches | 36 Duke Street, Darlington | 227 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 61 - 63 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 203 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | Corporation Road, DARLINGTON | 654 yd | |
| Tesco | 52 - 54 Cornmill Centre, DARLINGTON | 675 yd | |
| B\& M Retail Ltd | 60 - 64 Northgate, DARLINGTON | 709 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Victoria Road, Darlington | 1,024 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 197 yd |
| Larchfield Sports Centre (Closed) Larchfield Street | 355 yd | |
| The Fitness Centre 100-102 100-102 BONDGATE | health and fitness suite | 464 yd |
| Penthouse Fitness Suite BAINBRIDGE HOUSE BAINBRIDGE HOUSE SKINNERGATE | health and fitness suite | 502 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Playing Fields ABBEY ROAD | grass pitches | 540 yd |
| The Dolphin Centre HORSE MARKET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 719 yd |
| Darlington Cricket Club SOUTH TERRACE | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Polam Hall School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Quaker Sports Centre (Closed) Feethams Ground Feethams Ground South Terrace | 1,032 yd | |
| Federation Of Abbey Schools FEDERATION OF ABBEY SCHOOLS FEDERATION OF ABBEY SCHOOLS ABBEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,070 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 | 77.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.2% |
| 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 | 198.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.