Albion Avenue is in Shildon and in Sedgefield district. DL4 1ER is located in the Shildon and Dene Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bishop Auckland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Albion Avenue, Shildon, DL4 1ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL4 1EP, DL4 1DA, DL4 1FL, DL4 1AR, DL4 1EY, DL4 1AP, DL4 1EW, DL4 1BP, DL4 1AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL4 1ER is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 50.9% | 3.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 52.1% | 49.1% | -3.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 33.9% | 41.2% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 35% | -14.0% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4.4% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 11.5% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 7% | 8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (66.4%) 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 | 37.8% | 28.4% | -9.4% | 48.4% | -20.0% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 38% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 23.6% | 6.7% | 12.7% | 10.9% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 8.5% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 DL4 1ER this area, 33.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 11.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 33.3% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 15.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 12.4% | -7.4% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.4% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 8.9% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 14.7% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 11.1% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -22.7% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 96.3% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.1% | 2.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 99.3% | 97% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 97% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.4% | 76.7% | -14.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 34.7% | 13.5% | 21.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albion Avenue was 88.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.9% lower than the Shildon and Dene Valley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Albion Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Shildon and Dene Valley and the 752nd highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Albion Avenue, Shildon, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £39,999 | 2025-05-29 | £41,341 |
| 24 Albion Avenue, Shildon, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2024-12-18 | £49,516 |
| 22 Albion Avenue, Shildon, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £39,500 | 2024-11-27 | £41,181 |
| 14 Albion Avenue, Shildon, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £47,000 | 2023-09-08 | £52,018 |
| 6 Albion Avenue, Shildon, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £52,500 | 2023-05-24 | £61,184 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aclet Close Nursery School Aclet Close , DL14 6PX | 3out of 4 | 2,459 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Etherley Lane Nursery School Hazel Grove , DL14 7RF | 4out of 4 | 3,698 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornhill Primary School Thornhill Gardens , DL4 1ES | 4out of 4 | 202 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Timothy Hackworth Primary School Byerley Road , DL4 1HN | 3out of 4 | 781 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Aided Primary School, Shildon Jubilee Road , DL4 2EQ | 4out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prince Bishops Community Primary School Gibson Street , Coundon Grange DL14 8DY | 4out of 4 | 1,817 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Primary School St Andrew's Road , DL14 6RY | 3out of 4 | 2,189 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College Woodhouse Lane , DL14 6JT | 3out of 4 | 3,286 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Barrington Academy Woodhouse Lane , DL14 6LA | - not rated | 3,337 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King James I Academy Bishop Auckland South Church Road , DL14 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 3,401 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Community College, A Specialist Arts and Science School Greenfield Way , DL5 7LF | 2out of 4 | 4,116 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Auckland College Woodhouse Lane , DL14 6JZ | - not rated | 3,526 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Primary School Warwick Road , DL14 6LS | 3out of 4 | 3,349 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Learning Centre New Biggin Lane , DL2 2UH | - not rated | 3,415 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pear Tree School Toy Top Farm , Houghton Bank DL2 2UQ | - not rated | 4,423 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walworth School Bluebell Way , DL5 7LP | 3out of 4 | 4,676 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santinni | 3-5 Main Street | 289 yd | |
| The Corner Cafe | 7 Church Street | 372 yd | |
| Red Chilli | 26 Church Street | 430 yd | |
| Mapats | 73 Church Street | 519 yd | |
| Sarah’s Plaice | 7 Albert Street | 783 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shildon AFC | Dean Street | 226 yd | |
| The Timothy Hackworth | 107 Main Street | 232 yd | |
| Shildon Civic Hall | Civic Centre Square | 266 yd | |
| Old Shildon Workingmens Club | 26 Main Street | 266 yd | |
| The Royal George Tavern | 11-13 Main Street | 289 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Place | 102-104 Main Street | 208 yd | |
| Spice Island | 100 Main Street | 208 yd | |
| J&D Fish Bar | 22 Dean Street | 225 yd | |
| China Chef | 37 Church Street | 372 yd | |
| Miami Pizza | 33 Church Street | 372 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shildon Afc FOOTBALL STANDS FOOTBALL STANDS DEAN STREET | grass pitches | 118 yd |
| Thornhill Primary School THORNHILL GARDENS | grass pitches | 203 yd |
| The Shildon Scout Memorial Field Trust WEST PARK | grass pitches | 512 yd |
| Timothy Hackworth Primary School BYERLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Hackworth Park Central Parade | grass pitches, tennis courts | 755 yd |
| St. Johns Church Of England Aided Primary School Jubilee Road | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| Shildon Railway Sports & Social Club HACKWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,044 yd |
| Shildon Sunnydale Leisure Centre MIDDRIDGE LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 1,091 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.