Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

KESTREL CLOSE, DL1 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KESTREL CLOSE, DL1 1BL.

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Population

273

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DL1 1BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DL1 1BL spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (42) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL1 1BL is a mixed residential area on Kestrel Close, 0.2km from Lingfield in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Red Hall & Lingfield ward and the Darlington constituency.

For families considering a move, DL1 1BL represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £85k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00062252 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL1 1BL. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 85,000

1 sales · Mean £ 85,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around DL1 1BL is moderate at 83 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.

Violence and sexual offences64
Anti-social behaviour59
Shoplifting43
Criminal damage and arson24
Burglary11

school Local Schools

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Heathfield Primary School

Good411 pupils0.5 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good359 pupils0.5 km
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Firthmoor Primary School

Good308 pupils1.0 km
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St Aidan's Church of England Academy

Good542 pupils1.1 km
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Red Hall Primary School

Good214 pupils1.1 km
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St John's Church of England Academy

Outstanding249 pupils1.2 km
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The Rydal Academy

Good615 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Tasties0.4 km
  • Bibi's Bakery0.5 km
  • Greggs Of Gosforth0.4 km
  • Yarm Road Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
  • Yarm Road Fish And Chips0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Booker0.5 km
  • One Stop0.6 km
  • Premier News Food And Wine0.7 km
  • Seasons Express0.9 km
  • Geneva Express0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Travelodge0.7 km
  • Linwood House0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Baxterstorey0.6 km
  • Hudson Catering Ltd0.9 km
  • Firthmoor Community Kitchen1.0 km
  • KFC0.3 km
  • Loom Cafe0.6 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.4 km
  • Iceland0.4 km
  • Lidl0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Wheatsheaf0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darlington1.8 km
  • North Road2.7 km
  • Dinsdale3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Lingfield Green0.1 km
  • Teal Road0.1 km
  • Teal Road0.1 km
  • Lingfield Green0.1 km
  • Malim Road0.2 km