Cypress Close is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL3 8QR 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 Cypress Close, Darlington, DL3 8QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL3 8QP, DL3 8DP, DL3 8DR, DL3 8QW, DL3 8DS, DL3 8QN, DL3 8QS, DL3 8DL, DL3 8DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL3 8QR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 54.5% | 49.9% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 45.5% | 50.1% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DL3 8QR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.5% | 18.2% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -19.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.6% | 66.1% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 21.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 8.6% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.9% | 52.8% | -1.1% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 33.3% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 11.5% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.2% | 11.4% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.4% | 5% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 14.3% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.4% | -0.4% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 13.2% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 46% | 49.3% | 3.3% | 33.8% | 15.5% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.1% | 93.8% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 95.9% | 94.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 94.6% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 76.7% | 16.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.4% | 37.2% | -10.8% |
| Christian | 68.5% | 46.2% | 22.3% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 1.8% | 6.0% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cypress Close was 41.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.1% higher than the Hummersknott average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cypress Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Hummersknott and the 110th lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Cypress Close, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2016-01-15 | £609,898 |
| 5 Cypress Close, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2006-05-12 | £519,494 |
| High Bank, 2 Cypress Close, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 1998-05-08 | £577,834 |
DL3 8QR 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 8QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 2,218 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 2,642 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Infants' School Cleveland Terrace , DL3 8JA | 4out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Junior School Abbey Road , DL3 8NN | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's RC Primary School Beechwood Avenue , DL3 7HP | 4out of 4 | 1,509 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Skerne Park Academy Coleridge Gardens , DL1 5AJ | 2out of 4 | 1,852 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mowden Infant School Bushel Hill Drive , DL3 9QG | 3out of 4 | 2,108 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 2out of 4 | 1,509 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 1,516 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern Academy Eggleston View , DL3 9SH | 2out of 4 | 3,261 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England Academy Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | 2out of 4 | 3,585 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth School Croft Road , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2JG | 4out of 4 | 4,416 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 | 1,801 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 3,320 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 | 1,413 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embleton View Westgate House , Coniscliffe Road DL3 8TF | - not rated | 2,230 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 2,473 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Garden School Clow Beck Eco Centre , Croft On Tees DL2 2TF | - not rated | 3,380 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | 3out of 4 | 3,797 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurworth House School Westfield Drive , Hurworth-on-Tees DL2 2AD | - not rated | 4,809 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darlington Rugby Football Club Ltd | Darlington Rugby Football Club, Grange Road | 953 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackwell Grange Golf Club Ltd (Closed) Briar Close | golf | 237 yd |
| New Blackwell Tennis Club CARMEL GROVE | tennis courts | 424 yd |
| The Blackwell Grange Hotel | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 613 yd |
| Darlington Rugby Football Club GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 946 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.