Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

SHEARWATER AVENUE, DL1 1DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHEARWATER AVENUE, DL1 1DJ.

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Population

222

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DL1 1DJ — age 53, 64% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.

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

DL1 1DJ is a mixed residential area on Shearwater Avenue, 0.4km 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. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00062257 (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 1DJ. The average age is 53.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian4.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 135,000

1 sales · Mean £ 135,000

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

Crime around DL1 1DJ is moderate at 64 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 offences76
Anti-social behaviour62
Shoplifting52
Criminal damage and arson27
Burglary14

school Local Schools

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Heathfield Primary School

Good411 pupils0.4 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good359 pupils0.5 km
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St Aidan's Church of England Academy

Good542 pupils0.9 km
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St John's Church of England Academy

Outstanding249 pupils1.1 km
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Firthmoor Primary School

Good308 pupils1.1 km
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Red Hall Primary School

Good214 pupils1.1 km
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The Rydal Academy

Good615 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Lexington1.0 km
  • Baxterstorey0.6 km
  • Eggleston Catering Services At Magnet0.7 km
  • Geneva Road Evangelical Baptist Church0.8 km
  • Toby Carvery0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Travelodge0.9 km
  • Linwood House0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Yarm Road Fish And Chips0.4 km
  • Dragon Place1.0 km
  • Costa Coffee Drive Thru0.5 km
  • Easyprep0.6 km
  • Simo's Pizza0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • J & LC Clark Chemist0.3 km
  • Ladbrokes0.3 km
  • Londis Food & Wine1.0 km
  • Nevisons Super Whip0.7 km
  • The Range0.5 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Wheatsheaf0.3 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.3 km
  • Iceland0.3 km
  • Lidl0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darlington1.6 km
  • North Road2.5 km
  • Dinsdale3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Teal Road0.1 km
  • Teal Road0.1 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.2 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.3 km
  • Allington Way0.3 km