DL1 1DR is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.5km from Albert Hill in Darlington. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Stephenson ward and the Darlington constituency.
DL1 1DR is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 29 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 112 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00062260 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DL1 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL1 1DR.
375
29
£ 35,500 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL1 1DR 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DL1 1DR has a significant social housing presence — 57% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL1 1DR. The average age is 29.3. 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 & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL1 1DR is above average at 112 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
St Aidan's Church of England Academy
Borough Road Nursery School
Gurney Pease Academy
Corporation Road Community Primary School
Heathfield Primary School
Northwood Primary School
The Rydal Academy
George Dent Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
34 nearby- B \& G Convenience Store0.8 km
- Card Factory0.9 km
- Nikos Market Ltd0.9 km
- Primark0.9 km
- Casla Mini Mart1.0 km
- + 29 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Boot And Shoe1.0 km
- The Red Lion1.0 km
- The Tubwell Tap1.0 km
- The Greyhound0.8 km
- Golden Cock1.0 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- The Savoury Cafe0.9 km
- Arvelli0.7 km
- CuriosiTeas Play Cafe0.9 km
- Daphnes Parkgate Cafe0.8 km
- Rainbow Scoops1.0 km
- + 28 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- B\& M Retail Ltd0.8 km
- Company Shop Limited0.8 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Calico Guest House0.9 km
- Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel0.9 km
- East View Guest House0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
38 nearby- China Town0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- La Roma0.7 km
- Royal0.8 km
- Thai Lemon0.7 km
- + 33 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Road1.1 km
- Darlington1.1 km
- Dinsdale5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Darlington College0.1 km
- Darlington College0.2 km
- East Mount Road0.2 km
- East Mount Road0.2 km
- Haughton Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL11DR · Data under Open Government Licence