DL1 1DB is a mixed residential area on The Broadway South, 0.2km from Lingfield in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Red Hall & Lingfield ward and the Darlington constituency.
For families considering a move, DL1 1DB represents 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. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 £116k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 2.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00188184 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE BROADWAY SOUTH, DL1 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE BROADWAY SOUTH, DL1 1DB.
317
41
£ 35,500 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL1 1DB 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 1DB'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 up 2.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL1 1DB. 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
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 104,000
4 sales · Mean £ 102,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL1 1DB 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
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Booker0.3 km
- One Stop0.7 km
- Premier News Food And Wine0.9 km
- Seasons Express0.9 km
- CraftworkGB0.8 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Bibi's Bakery0.5 km
- Greggs Of Gosforth0.5 km
- Yarm Road Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- Easyprep0.5 km
- Simo's Pizza0.9 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Lexington0.9 km
- KFC0.5 km
- Loom Cafe0.4 km
- The Range Coffee Shop0.5 km
- Baxterstorey0.4 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.5 km
- Iceland0.5 km
- Lidl0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.8 km
- Linwood House1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Wheatsheaf0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darlington1.8 km
- North Road2.5 km
- Dinsdale3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Allington Way0.0 km
- Lingfield Point0.1 km
- The Beehive0.2 km
- Teal Road0.2 km
- Lingfield Point0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL11DB · Data under Open Government Licence