DL1 1EE is a safe, established residential area on Yarm Road, 0.4km from Eastbourne in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Red Hall & Lingfield ward and the Darlington constituency.
For families considering a move, DL1 1EE represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £195k.
Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1EE are sourced from Output Area E00062256 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YARM ROAD, DL1 1EE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YARM ROAD, DL1 1EE.
277
42
£ 35,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL1 1EE 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.
Area Character
DL1 1EE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL1 1EE. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 187,500
4 sales · Mean £ 172,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL1 1EE is moderate at 50 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
St Aidan's Church of England Academy
The Rydal Academy
St John's Church of England Academy
Borough Road Nursery School
Firthmoor Primary School
Red Hall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Geneva Express0.5 km
- Booker0.8 km
- Nisa0.8 km
- One Stop0.2 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Cafe Local0.9 km
- Daphnes Parkgate Cafe1.0 km
- Neasham Road Cafe0.9 km
- The Wheatsheaf Kitchen0.5 km
- Roxby Court Sheltered Housing Kitchen1.0 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Royal0.6 km
- Classic Pizza0.8 km
- Crusty's0.8 km
- Simo's Pizza0.8 km
- Veno's0.7 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The New Bank Top0.7 km
- Black Swan1.0 km
- Cleveland Bridge Social Club1.0 km
- The Wheatsheaf0.6 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Aldi0.4 km
- Iceland0.4 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- Asda0.9 km
- Farmfoods Ltd0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Linwood House0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darlington1.0 km
- North Road2.0 km
- Dinsdale4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Cobden Street0.0 km
- Cobden Street0.1 km
- Yarm Road Post Office0.2 km
- Bright Street0.2 km
- Bright Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL11EE · Data under Open Government Licence