Heatherwood Grove is in Darlington and in Darlington district. DL3 9PL 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 Heatherwood Grove, Darlington, DL3 9PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL3 9PA, DL3 9PQ, DL3 9NX, DL3 9ND, DL3 9LS, DL3 9PH, DL3 9NE, DL3 9PE, DL3 9NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL3 9PL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 51% | 49.8% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49% | 50.2% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 28.7% | 31.7% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 44.3% | 2.3% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.1% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 14.8% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 8.2% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.1% | 39.4% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 33.2% | -5.7% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 21.6% | 16.8% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 9.1% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.1% | 16.8% | -10.3% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 7% | -0.7% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 13% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 23.2% | 12.7% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 35.1% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 1.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.1% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 3.1% | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.1% | 91.9% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 90% 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 | 94.2% | 90% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 90% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.8% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 4.8% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.5% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heatherwood Grove was 93.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.2% higher than the College average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Heatherwood Grove has the 31st lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in College and the 153rd highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Darlington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 The Cedars Heatherwood Grove, Darlington, Darlington Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2023-04-04 | £90,269 |
| 5 The Cedars Heatherwood Grove, Darlington, Darlington Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2021-07-02 | £75,051 |
| 5 The Cedars Heatherwood Grove, Darlington, Darlington Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2001-01-05 | £97,580 |
DL3 9PL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 9PL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Education | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Dent Nursery School Elms Road , DL3 7PY | 4out of 4 | 788 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corporation Road Nursery School Corporation Road , DL3 6AR | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Borough Road Nursery School Borough Road , DL1 1SG | 3out of 4 | 1,919 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Hill Nursery School Prescott Street , DL1 2ND | - not rated | 2,390 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbourne Nursery School Belgrave Street , DL1 4AP | - not rated | 2,679 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reid Street Primary School Reid Street , DL3 6EX | 3out of 4 | 706 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reid Street Primary School Reid Street , DL3 6EX | - not rated | 706 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Junior School Abbey Road , DL3 8NN | - not rated | 750 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Junior School Abbey Road , DL3 8NN | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Prior Street , DL3 9EN | 3out of 4 | 778 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 | 1,128 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel RC College The Headlands , DL3 8RW | - not rated | 1,128 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott Academy Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | 3out of 4 | 1,834 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hummersknott School and Language College Edinburgh Drive , DL3 8AR | - not rated | 1,834 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington School of Maths and Science Eggleston View , DL3 9SH | - not rated | 1,843 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 | 829 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace , DL3 7AU | - not rated | 829 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darlington College Central Park , Haughton Road DL1 1DR | - not rated | 2,259 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 | 1,674 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadholme Dene Grove , DL3 9LU | - not rated | 300 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarm at Raventhorpe Carmel Road North , DL3 8JB | - not rated | 1,079 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchbank Free School Mowden Hall , Barnes Road DL3 9BL | 3out of 4 | 1,294 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Polam Hall School Grange Road , DL1 5PA | - not rated | 1,671 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Carr College Eldon Street , DL3 0NS | - not rated | 1,800 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Teresas Hospice Movement | The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road | 498 yd | |
| Pear Tree Hill Cafe | 313 Woodland Road, DARLINGTON | 509 yd | |
| Andaman Home Cafe | Travellers Rest, 2 West Auckland Road | 563 yd | |
| Robineau Cafe \& Patisserie | 27 West Auckland Road, DARLINGTON | 659 yd | |
| Dough | 33 West Auckland Road, DARLINGTON | 659 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Bowling Club | Branson House, 104 Woodland Road | 366 yd | |
| Cockerton Band & Musical Inst. | Cockerton Club, Woodland Road | 458 yd | |
| Travellers Rest | 2 West Auckland Road, Darlington | 563 yd | |
| St Mary's Community Centre | Newton Lane, DARLINGTON | 976 yd | |
| The Brinkburn | Lady Kathryn Grove, Darlington | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cockerton Pizza | 309 Woodland Road | 498 yd | |
| Greggs | 301 Woodland Road, DARLINGTON | 504 yd | |
| Cockerton Fisheries | 311 Woodland Road, Darlington | 504 yd | |
| Sliceburg | 4 West Auckland Road, Darlington | 557 yd | |
| Noodle House | 10 West Auckland Road, Darlington | 563 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 315 Woodland Road, Darlington | 504 yd | |
| Co-op | 28 West Auckland Road, DARLINGTON | 646 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | Corporation Road, DARLINGTON | 1,024 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 61 - 63 Duke Street, DARLINGTON | 1,063 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington Railway Athletic Sports And Social Club BRINKBURN ROAD | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College VANE TERRACE | health and fitness suite | 825 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Playing Fields ABBEY ROAD | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Federation Of Abbey Schools FEDERATION OF ABBEY SCHOOLS FEDERATION OF ABBEY SCHOOLS ABBEY ROAD | grass pitches | 882 yd |
| Cockerton Cricket Club COCKERTON CRICKET CLUB COCKERTON CRICKET CLUB NEWTON LANE | grass pitches | 1,018 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.