Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

FALCON ROAD, DL1 1DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FALCON ROAD, DL1 1DE.

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Population

315

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL1 1DE 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

DL1 1DE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (41) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 4.5% year-on-year.

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

DL1 1DE is a mixed residential area on Falcon 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 1DE 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 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 79 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £129k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 4.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00062250 (shared with 5 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 1DE. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.0%
Asian / British Asian4.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 120,000

3 sales · Mean £ 119,666

Terraced

£ 126,000

2 sales · Mean £ 126,000

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

Crime around DL1 1DE is moderate at 79 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 offences74
Anti-social behaviour59
Shoplifting43
Criminal damage and arson33
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Heathfield Primary School

Good411 pupils0.3 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good359 pupils0.7 km
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St Aidan's Church of England Academy

Good542 pupils0.9 km
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Red Hall Primary School

Good214 pupils0.9 km
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Firthmoor Primary School

Good308 pupils1.3 km
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St John's Church of England Academy

Outstanding249 pupils1.3 km
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The Rydal Academy

Good615 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

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

12 nearby
  • Booker0.3 km
  • One Stop0.6 km
  • Premier News Food And Wine0.9 km
  • Seasons Express0.9 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Travelodge0.9 km
  • Linwood House0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Baxterstorey0.4 km
  • KFC0.5 km
  • Loom Cafe0.5 km
  • The Range Coffee Shop0.6 km
  • Eggleston Catering Services At Magnet0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Iceland0.5 km
  • Lidl0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Wheatsheaf0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darlington1.7 km
  • North Road2.4 km
  • Dinsdale3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Allington Way0.1 km
  • Lingfield Point0.1 km
  • Lingfield Point0.2 km
  • Teal Road0.2 km
  • Teal Road0.2 km