Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

DL2 1BZ House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

437

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL2 1BZ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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

Families dominate this postcode. With 51% owner-occupation and average age 37, DL2 1BZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

DL2 1BZ is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Killinghall Row in Middleton St George. Administratively it sits within Sadberge & Middleton St George ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

For families considering a move, DL2 1BZ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 37 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 51% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DL2 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00188228 (shared with 16 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 1BZ. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

DL2 1BZ has low crime rates — 37 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 offences38
Anti-social behaviour28
Burglary7
Other theft5
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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St. George's Church of England Academy

Outstanding415 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Table Talk Indian Diner0.4 km
  • Mj's0.9 km
  • Caffe Italissimo0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Country Harvest0.5 km
  • Hill News Londis0.4 km
  • Pamelas Ice Cream0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Cricket And Social Club0.6 km
  • The Havelock Arms0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Lols Mobile Kitchen0.5 km
  • Pizza Nareno0.4 km
  • Golden Chef0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dinsdale0.4 km
  • Teesside Airport2.4 km
  • Darlington5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Acorn Close0.0 km
  • Acorn Close0.1 km
  • New Row0.3 km
  • Dinsdale Rail Station0.3 km
  • Dinsdale Rail Station0.4 km