DL1 1DA is a mixed residential area on Mcmullen Road, 0.2km from Lingfield in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Red Hall & Lingfield ward and the Darlington constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 2.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1DA are sourced from Output Area E00188184 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MCMULLEN ROAD, DL1 1DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MCMULLEN ROAD, DL1 1DA.
317
41
£ 35,500 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL1 1DA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DL1 1DA's 62% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 2.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL1 1DA. The average age is 41.3. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 120,000
5 sales · Mean £ 111,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL1 1DA is moderate at 71 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
Heathfield Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Red Hall Primary School
St Aidan's Church of England Academy
Firthmoor Primary School
St John's Church of England Academy
The Rydal Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Tasties0.5 km
- Bibi's Bakery0.6 km
- Greggs Of Gosforth0.5 km
- Yarm Road Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- Yarm Road Fish And Chips0.5 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Booker0.3 km
- One Stop0.7 km
- Premier News Food And Wine0.9 km
- Seasons Express0.9 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.8 km
- Linwood House1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Baxterstorey0.4 km
- KFC0.4 km
- Loom Cafe0.4 km
- The Range Coffee Shop0.5 km
- Eggleston Catering Services At Magnet0.5 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.5 km
- Iceland0.5 km
- Lidl0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Wheatsheaf0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darlington1.8 km
- North Road2.6 km
- Dinsdale3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Allington Way0.0 km
- Lingfield Point0.1 km
- Lingfield Green0.2 km
- The Beehive0.2 km
- Teal Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL11DA · Data under Open Government Licence