Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

DL2 1BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL2 1BY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

289

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Avg Age

68

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /yr

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Employed

18%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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1/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DL2 1BY is a settled retirement community — average age 68, 92% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

DL2 1BY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Oak Tree in Middleton St George. Administratively it sits within Sadberge & Middleton St George ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

For families considering a move, DL2 1BY represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An established, mature community with an average age of 68 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DL2 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00188308 (shared with 15 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 DL2 1BY. The average age is 68.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

18%Active
FT: 11%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

DL2 1BY has low crime rates — 10 incidents 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 offences5
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2

school Local Schools

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St. George's Church of England Academy

Outstanding415 pupils1.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dinsdale1.2 km
  • Teesside Airport1.5 km
  • Allens West5.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Virginia Estate East End0.0 km
  • Virginia Estate0.1 km
  • Virginia Estate West End0.1 km
  • Oak Tree Inn0.3 km