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People & Demographics
DL1 2JQDarlington
Understanding the makeup of communities is at the very heart of the Census. The "People & Demographics" section looks at who we are, how we live, and the spaces we share. From population density - how tightly packed or spacious your neighbourhood feels - to people's relationships that shape households, every detail helps build a picture of daily life. You'll also find insights into age groups and household compositions, revealing generational trends and living arrangements. This data and analysis gives you a great insight into the tapestry of life in DL1 2JQ.
Population Density
Census 2021 dataset "TS002 - Population Density" provides a detailed look at how people are distributed across an area, measured as the number of residents per square kilometre. This is a key indicator that helps us understand how crowded or spacious a location feels. Higher density often suggests urban areas with compact housing and busy communities, whereas lower density points to rural or semi-rural locations with open space and/or countryside and fewer neighbours.
Packed or Peaceful? How This Postcode Stacks Up
Data from the Census 2021 reveals that the population density here (based on the closest OA output area) is 1,767 people per square kilometre. This measurement helps to illustrate how populated or open this locality is, offering a snapshot of its residential character.
The neighbourhood around DL1 2JQ has a population density between 200% and 600% higher than the regional average of 308.5 people per km2, as shown in Census 2021 data. This increase in density indicates a highly urbanised area, characterised by dense housing, bustling streets, and plenty of local amenities such as shops, schools, and public transport options. Such areas often attract individuals seeking convenience and community activities.
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473Population Density.
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Legal Marriage/Partnership Status
Legal Partnership Status provides data on the legal relationship status of individuals, including categories like single, married, in a civil partnership, separated, divorced, or widowed. This data is crucial for understanding demographic trends and patterns in relationships over time.
How many people in DL1 2JQ are married?
Census 2021 shows that 19.4% of individuals in the postcode DL1 2JQ are married or in a civil partnership. This is lower than compared to the national average for England & Wales, which stands at 44.7%, a variance of -56.6%.
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19.4%
-56.6%Percentage of people in DL1 2JQ who are married.
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Age (by 5-year bands)
Age by 5-Year Age Bands breaks down the population into age groups, each spanning five years. It typically ranges from 0–4 years, 5–9 years, and so on, up to 85 years and older. This granularity allows for a detailed view of the age distribution within a population. It provides insights into demographic trends and the proportion of different age groups within a given area.
Age Breakdown
Within DL1 2JQ, children who are 15 years old or younger make up 4.4% of the total population, compared to 17.3% across England. At the senior end of the spectrum, 46.7% are aged 65 or older, including those who have reached retirement age.
This difference in percentage of retirees could be due to proximity to retirement communities, healthcare facilities, proximity to family and social connections nearby.
46.7%
Percentage of the population aged 65 and older
Household Composition
Household Composition categorises households by their structure. It includes single-person households, family households, multi-family households, and other household arrangements. Family households can consist of couples, couples with children, or single-parent families. Multi-family households refer to those with multiple families living together, while 'other' can encompass shared living arrangements, such as roommates or extended families.
Solo Household Statistics
From the Census 2021, we find that 38.4% of households in the DL1 2JQ postcode consist of just one person. This is higher than when compared to England & Wales as a whole, with a variance of 200.0% from the national average, where 12.8% are single-person households.
38.4%
200.0%Percentage of DL1 2JQ households that contain a single person.
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1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00062303), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (DL1 2JQ) and 2021 Census data. Output areas may include more households and population than postcodes.
Data source: Census 2021 / Office for National Statistics
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