Darlington Lane is in Stockton-On-Tees and in Stockton-On-Tees district. TS20 1ER is located in the Norton Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stockton North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Darlington Lane, Stockton-on-tees, TS20 1ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS20 1HS, TS20 1EP, TS20 1ES, TS20 1HT, TS20 1HF, TS20 1HU, TS20 1HN, TS20 1HL, TS20 1HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TS20 1ER, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 49.5% | 52.6% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 50.5% | 47.4% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 32.4% | 34.1% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.8% | 33.5% | 1.7% | 44.2% | -10.7% |
| Separated | 6.9% | 4.2% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 15% | 19.8% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 10.7% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 8.4% | -5.5% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 32.3% | 45.5% | 13.2% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 32.5% | -7.3% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 15.7% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 5.2% | -3.9% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 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 | 22% | 15% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 9% | -9.5% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.5% | 14.4% | -8.1% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 9% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 19.8% | 12.3% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 27.5% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 2.9% | 5.4% | 2.5% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.3% | 98.4% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 97.8% | 98.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 98.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 63.9% | 46.2% | 17.7% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Darlington Lane was 35.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.0% lower than the Norton Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Darlington Lane has the 5th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Norton Central and the 163rd lowest crime rate of 645 local areas in Stockton-on-Tees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26A Darlington Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, Stockton-On-Tees Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2018-12-19 | £164,571 |
| 26B Darlington Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, Stockton-On-Tees Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2018-12-05 | £170,901 |
| Patrilyn Darlington Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, Stockton-On-Tees Other, an established residential building | £70,500 | 2017-06-06 | £76,765 |
| Patrilyn Darlington Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, Stockton-On-Tees Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2017-02-24 | £56,600 |
| 26 Darlington Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, Stockton-On-Tees Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2002-04-05 | £313,073 |
The percentage of retired residents living in TS20 1ER area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billingham Nursery School Cheviot Crescent , TS23 2PR | - not rated | 2,368 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Academy Ragworth Road , Norton TS20 1HR | 3out of 4 | 189 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Norton Ragworth Road , Norton TS20 1HR | - not rated | 189 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Nattrass Primary Academy Darlington Lane , Norton TS20 1BZ | 3out of 4 | 280 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Nattrass Primary School Darlington Lane , Norton TS20 1BZ | - not rated | 280 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Glebe Primary School Pulford Road , Norton TS20 1QY | 3out of 4 | 674 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Norton School Humanities College Berkshire Road , Norton TS20 2RD | - not rated | 1,620 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blakeston School - A Community Sports College Junction Road , Norton TS19 9LT | - not rated | 1,805 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Shore Academy Talbot Street , TS20 2AY | 4out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Bede RC School Bishopton Road West , TS19 0QH | - not rated | 3,068 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy Bishopton Road West , TS19 0QH | - not rated | 3,068 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton Sixth Form College Bishopton Road West , TS19 0QD | - not rated | 2,844 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Education Training Collective Harvard Avenue , Thornaby TS17 6FB | - not rated | 3,698 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bede College Hale Road , TS23 3ER | - not rated | 3,960 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerhouse School Ragworth Road , Norton TS20 1HR | - not rated | 153 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Red House School 36 The Green , Norton TS20 1DX | - not rated | 485 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishopsmill School Mill Lane , Norton TS20 1LG | - not rated | 637 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edwin School Mill Lane , TS20 1LG | - not rated | 862 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edwin School Mill Lane , Norton TS20 1LG | - not rated | 862 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Maison | 117 High Street | 402 yd | |
| Barnacles | 4 Hanover Parade | 438 yd | |
| Bisons Bar & Grill | Ground Floor, 103 High Street | 447 yd | |
| The Hambletonian | 70 The Green | 519 yd | |
| Norton Fisheries | 74 High Street | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George & Dragon | 109 High Street | 402 yd | |
| The Unicorn | 147 High Street | 402 yd | |
| The Centenary | Fulthorpe Road | 438 yd | |
| Highland Laddie | 59 High Street | 566 yd | |
| The Bank | 53 High Street | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy Lee Chinese | 2 Hanover Parade | 438 yd | |
| Taste of Glebe | 3 Hanover Parade | 438 yd | |
| Nidos Pizza | 5 Hanover Parade | 438 yd | |
| Amorre | 16 Leven Road | 565 yd | |
| Express Pizzeria | 30 High Street | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 1 Hanover Parade | 438 yd | |
| Aldi | Darlington Lane | 677 yd | |
| Lidl | 24-28 High Street | 688 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 25-27 High Street | 689 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Frederick Nattrass Primary Academy DARLINGTON LANE | grass pitches | 282 yd |
| Red House School THE GREEN | grass pitches | 483 yd |
| Blue Hall Recreation Ground (Closed) Norton Avenue | grass pitches | 549 yd |
| Norton Sports Village STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 875 yd |
| Crooksbarn Primary School PETREL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 899 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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.