DL1 1BJ is a mixed residential area on Widgeon Road, 0.3km from Lingfield in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Red Hall & Lingfield ward and the Darlington constituency.
For families considering a move, DL1 1BJ represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £126k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 11.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00062258 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WIDGEON ROAD, DL1 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WIDGEON ROAD, DL1 1BJ.
270
44
£ 35,500 /yr
63%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DL1 1BJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (44) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 11.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL1 1BJ. The average age is 44.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 116,500
6 sales · Mean £ 122,750
Terraced
£ 140,000
6 sales · Mean £ 130,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL1 1BJ is moderate at 76 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Heathfield Primary School
Firthmoor Primary School
St John's Church of England Academy
St Aidan's Church of England Academy
Red Hall Primary School
The Rydal Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- The Community Hub1.0 km
- Roxby Court Sheltered Housing Kitchen0.9 km
- Baxterstorey0.6 km
- Hudson Catering Ltd0.9 km
- Firthmoor Community Kitchen0.9 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Tasties0.4 km
- Bibi's Bakery0.5 km
- Greggs Of Gosforth0.4 km
- Yarm Road Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Yarm Road Fish And Chips0.2 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Booker0.6 km
- One Stop0.6 km
- Premier News Food And Wine0.6 km
- Seasons Express0.9 km
- Geneva Express0.6 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.6 km
- Linwood House0.8 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.4 km
- Iceland0.4 km
- Lidl0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Wheatsheaf0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darlington1.8 km
- North Road2.7 km
- Dinsdale3.6 km
Bus Stops
- St Herbert's Church0.1 km
- St Herbert's Church0.1 km
- Teal Road0.1 km
- Lingfield Green0.1 km
- Teal Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DL11BJ · Data under Open Government Licence