Knoll Avenue is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL3 8PT is located in the Park West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Knoll Avenue, Darlington, DL3 8PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL3 8PN, DL3 8JF, DL3 8PP, DL3 8PU, DL3 8JE, DL3 8PS, DL3 8PL, DL3 8PJ, DL3 8DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL3 8PT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 58.3% | 53.5% | -4.8% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 41.7% | 46.5% | 4.8% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.4% | 13.4% | -4.0% | 37.9% | -24.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 48.3% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 15.4% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 6.3% |
| Widowed | 22.6% | 20.8% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 14.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 28.6% | 27.7% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -20.7% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 35.2% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 29.2% | 27.7% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 15.0% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 8.2% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
In the area around DL3 8PT this area, 31.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.7% | 31.3% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.2% | 10.9% | 7.7% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 5.4% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -8.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 8.2% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 6.1% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -10.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 31% | 35.4% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 1.6% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2.7% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 91.1% | -8.3% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.4% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 98.8% | 91.8% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 91.8% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.3% | 37.2% | -16.9% |
| Christian | 70.3% | 46.2% | 24.1% |
| Buddhist | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knoll Avenue was 12.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.6% lower than the College average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Knoll Avenue has the 4th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in College and the 19th lowest crime rate of 359 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Knoll Avenue, Darlington, Darlington Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £91,500 | 2026-01-05 | £88,716 |
| 33 Knoll Avenue, Darlington, Darlington Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2025-10-17 | £100,153 |
| 4 Knoll Avenue, Darlington, Darlington Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2024-12-02 | £98,196 |
| 25 Knoll Avenue, Darlington, Darlington Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2023-11-30 | £129,707 |
| 45 Knoll Avenue, Darlington, Darlington Terraced, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2023-09-29 | £126,871 |
DL3 8PT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DL3 8PT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 66% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Nursery School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 3out of 4 | 2,093 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Nursery School Belgrave Street , DL1 4AP | - not rated | 2,496 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Hill Nursery School Prescott Street , DL1 2ND | - not rated | 3,055 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Infants' School Cleveland Terrace , DL3 8JA | - not rated | 341 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Infants' School Cleveland Terrace , DL3 8JA | 3out of 4 | 341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Junior School Abbey Road , DL3 8NN | - not rated | 641 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Junior School Abbey Road , DL3 8NN | 3out of 4 | 641 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Beechwood Avenue , DL3 7HP | 3out of 4 | 939 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,010 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel RC College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | - not rated | 1,010 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 3out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott School and Language College Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | - not rated | 1,362 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington School of Maths and Science Eggleston View , DL3 9SH | - not rated | 2,703 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,069 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 1,069 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 2,722 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 | 1,012 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yarm at Raventhorpe Carmel Road North , DL3 8JB | - not rated | 358 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Polam Hall School Grange Road , DL1 5PA | - not rated | 948 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadholme Dene Grove , DL3 9LU | - not rated | 1,673 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 3out of 4 | 1,926 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Embleton View Westgate House , Coniscliffe Road DL3 8TF | - not rated | 2,253 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Blackwell Tennis Club CARMEL GROVE | tennis courts | 383 yd |
| Federation Of Abbey Schools FEDERATION OF ABBEY SCHOOLS FEDERATION OF ABBEY SCHOOLS ABBEY ROAD | grass pitches | 536 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Playing Fields ABBEY ROAD | grass pitches | 740 yd |
| The Blackwell Grange Hotel | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 836 yd |
| Carmel College THE HEADLANDS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 959 yd |
| Blackwell Grange Golf Club Ltd (Closed) Briar Close | golf | 1,007 yd |
| Polam Hall School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,012 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 1,073 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 | 135.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.