Mowden Hall Drive is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL3 9BJ is located in the Mowden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Darlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mowden Hall Drive, Darlington, DL3 9BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL3 9BN, DL3 9QA, DL3 9BW, DL3 9BH, DL3 9BQ, DL3 9DD, DL3 9DB, DL3 9QD, DL3 9BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL3 9BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.3% | 50.4% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 44.7% | 49.6% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 15.2% | 23.5% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52% | 46% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 15% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 18.2% | 12.4% | -5.8% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 | 21.6% | 39.8% | 18.2% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 42.8% | 38.1% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 27.4% | 17.2% | -10.2% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 4.1% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 30.8% | 20.2% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 8.1% | 0.0% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 10.8% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 8.1% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 19.3% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 27.8% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 7.6% | 5.8% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 3.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.3% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98.1% | 98% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.8% | 37.2% | -8.4% |
| Christian | 66.3% | 46.2% | 20.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mowden Hall Drive was 31.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.0% lower than the Hummersknott average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mowden Hall Drive has the 13th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Hummersknott and the 81st lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Mowden Hall Drive, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2016-07-15 | £308,759 |
| 1 Mowden Hall Drive, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2015-10-14 | £402,804 |
| 8 Mowden Hall Drive, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £263,750 | 2005-04-15 | £382,349 |
| 1 Mowden Hall Drive, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2004-11-19 | £331,063 |
| 5 Mowden Hall Drive, Darlington, Darlington Detached, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2003-02-03 | £408,100 |
DL3 9BJ 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 9BJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 2out of 4 | 3,124 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mowden Junior School Conyers Avenue , DL3 9DE | 3out of 4 | 309 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mowden Infant School Bushel Hill Drive , DL3 9QG | 3out of 4 | 402 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School Newton Lane , Cockerton DL3 9EX | 3out of 4 | 541 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family RC Primary School Prior Street , DL3 9EN | 3out of 4 | 804 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Pleasant Primary School Newton Lane , DL3 9HE | 3out of 4 | 972 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyvern Academy Eggleston View , DL3 9SH | 2out of 4 | 770 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | 4out of 4 | 995 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 2out of 4 | 1,381 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longfield Academy Longfield Road , DL3 0HT | 3out of 4 | 3,195 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England Academy Hundens Lane , DL1 1LL | 2out of 4 | 4,166 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 | 1,959 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 3,456 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 | 2,658 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 1out of 4 | 126 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Embleton View Westgate House , Coniscliffe Road DL3 8TF | - not rated | 1,865 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | 3out of 4 | 2,614 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Hill Academy Salters Lane South , DL1 2AN | 3out of 4 | 4,531 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy Tuckers | 12 Newton Lane, DARLINGTON | 529 yd | |
| Cockerton Methodist Church Lunch Club | Cockerton Green, Darlington | 564 yd | |
| Angie's Kitchen | The Deacon, Cleasby View | 650 yd | |
| Pear Tree Hill Cafe | 313 Woodland Road, DARLINGTON | 734 yd | |
| Robineau Cafe \& Patisserie | 27 West Auckland Road, DARLINGTON | 795 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mowden | Staindrop Road, Darlington | 241 yd | |
| St Mary's Community Centre | Newton Lane, DARLINGTON | 529 yd | |
| The Deacon | Cleasby View, DARLINGTON | 692 yd | |
| The Model T | Model T, Fulthorpe Avenue | 735 yd | |
| Travellers Rest | 2 West Auckland Road, Darlington | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Master | 36 Cockerton Green, DARLINGTON | 641 yd | |
| Cooplands Bakery | 86 Fulthorpe Avenue, DARLINGTON | 734 yd | |
| Mowden Park Fisheries | 88 Fulthorpe Avenue, Darlington | 734 yd | |
| Spice 4 U | 8-10 Cockerton Green, Darlington | 735 yd | |
| Mowden Chinese | Mowden Chinese Takeaway, 98 Fulthorpe Avenue | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 102-106 Fulthorpe Avenue, Darlington | 734 yd | |
| Co-op | 315 Woodland Road, Darlington | 738 yd | |
| Co-op | 28 West Auckland Road, DARLINGTON | 833 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mowden Infants School MOWDEN INFANT AND JUNIOR SCHOOL MOWDEN INFANT AND JUNIOR SCHOOL CONYERS AVENUE | grass pitches | 341 yd |
| Cockerton Cricket Club COCKERTON CRICKET CLUB COCKERTON CRICKET CLUB NEWTON LANE | grass pitches | 478 yd |
| Darlington Mowden Park Rugby Football Club (Closed) Yiewsley Drive | grass pitches | 716 yd |
| Wyvern Academy EGGLESTON VIEW | grass pitches, swimming pool | 852 yd |
| Carmel College THE HEADLANDS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,012 yd |
| Mount Pleasant Primary School NEWTON LANE | grass pitches | 1,019 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 | 250.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.